Learn-and-earn through home energy training.

Get paid a weekly stipend and acquire the building science knowledge and skills needed to start your career as a home energy auditor.

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NEW cohort starts January 20, 2026!

Schedule
Length: 5 Weeks (5 days/week, Monday-Friday)
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location
Sabathani Community Center in Minneapolis
310 E 38th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55409

Contact Mia for more information
Mia.Bulchaa@hired.org
612-998-4443

Training Details

  • Compensation: Eligible participants receive a $650 weekly training stipend.

  • High Earning Potential: Average industry starting wage of $18.50–$25/hour.

  • Certification: Opportunity to earn the Building Science Principles (BSP) certified credential.

  • Hands-on Skills: Learn home energy audit, insulation, air sealing, and installation practices from field experts. Receive training in job site safety guidelines and math for construction.

  • Workplace Readiness: Job readiness, digital skills, job coaching, placement opportunities.

  • Wraparound Support: Interview clothing, fuel, or bus cards are available.

Enrollment Requirements


High school diploma/GED

Basic computer, strong reading, and math skills

Driver’s license or actively in process of obtaining

Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks

Low income household and/or person of color

 How to Apply

1. Inquire with Hired.
Email Career.Pathways@hired.org to express your interest and we will discuss eligibility.

2. Complete the sign-up form on the Center for Energy and Environment website.
Hired staff will share information on how to get started.

3. Complete phone screen with CEE.

4. Complete Hired's application process and employment plan.

Need more information or have questions? Complete our inquiry form to get in touch with Hired.

“Hired trains us, and we help the community. I can show people how to reduce energy costs, make changes, and save money. It’s not just giving to us. It’s giving to the entire community.”
— Austin, Home Energy Participant

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his program is made possible through a deep collaboration between workforce specialists, community centers, and energy experts.

The State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) funded (or funded in part) this training through a grant. The grant recipient created this training. DEED does not endorse this publicity or training or make guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership of the information herein or elsewhere.