CEJA Workforce Program

Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program

The CEJA Workforce Hubs Program is funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). The CEJA Program aims to create a qualified, diverse pipeline of workers prepared for careers in clean energy by providing FREE training in clean energy pathways, wrap around services, and employment readiness. 

Training pathways include: 

  • Electric Medium & Heavy-Duty Vehicle Assembly
  • Electric Vehicle Technician 
  • Residential Energy Auditor 
  • EV Charging Station Installation

The CEJA Workforce program aims to serve those living in an R3 or Environmental Justice community, displaced energy workers, foster care members/graduates, and those with general barriers to employment.

Check out our map to see if you live in an R3 or Environmental Justice Community:  CEJA Map

Interested in clean energy?

  • 1. Complete Our Prescreening Application

    Joliet Junior College will be closed for winter break beginning December 23rd and re-opening on January 2nd - All prescreening applications submitted during this period will be reviewed after winter break. Happy Holidays to all! 

    Prescreening Application

    Someone from the CEJA team will be in contact within 2 business days to discuss initial eligibility and register you for an available information session

  • 2. Attend an Information Session

    You will be contacted by a CEJA team member to register/complete a CEJA Program information session detailing eligibility process, program options, and training outcomes.

  • 3. Register for Basic Skills Exam

    Work with CEJA team member following the information session to complete basic skills testing 

  • 4. Meet With Your Career Planner

    After completing required steps, you will meet with a career planner to determine final steps of eligibility and registration for the CEJA Workforce Hub Programs