Find Your Power with Solar States
Start Your Journey in Solar & Energy
At Solar States, we believe clean energy should power more than our homes — it should power careers. Our training programs open the door to solar, construction, and electrical work. Think of it as your entry point: the first step into a growing industry that needs you.
Why Solar? Why Now?
Solar is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country. It’s hands-on, practical, and builds skills you can carry into many career paths. From solar installer to licensed electrician, your journey starts here!
Training for Your Team
Are you a small business looking to add solar or electrical training for your staff? Solar States offers tailored workshops and small-group trainings for organizations.
Find the Program That Fits You
Find Your Power Solar Academy
Evening/weekend training in Philadelphia. Entry-level solar skills, OSHA-10, career readiness.
Job Corps Solar Academy
Ages 16–24. Earn a stipend, complete GED/diploma, and gain solar skills with wraparound support.
OIC Green Jobs Training
For adults ready to transition quickly into work. Solar-focused training with job connections.
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Who we are
Micah Gold-Markel
Shanisha Mitchell
Our Instructors
Mike Hayden
Education Program Coordinator
Robert Burgess
Education Teacher
Sandy Hayden
Safety Manager & Education Teacher
Real Results, Real People
100+
Trainees empowered in 2025
20+
Paid internships provided to program graduates
7
Program graduates hired full-time