Opportunities

Ongoing Information Sessions: “First Wednesdays”
- Location: REF Classroom at HIRE360 located at 2540 S. State St.
- Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
- When: We will meet on the 1st Wednesday of every month.
- What: Open format informational sessions to discuss upcoming IL IBEW REF programs and IBEW Opportunities. Anyone seeking detailed information is welcome to attend. The meetup will be structured as an informational session with question & answer. REF past participants are always welcome to drop in and share their stories with new participants or catch up with REF friends.

Community Colleges
- - Spring 2026 Credited Courses
    - Registration will open Winter 2025
    - Triton College
      - The IL IBEW Renewable Energy Fund facilitates daytime courses that may lead to a Certificate and/or associate’s degree in Renewable Energy Technology. Scholarships may be available.
      - Visit Triton Colleges Renewable Energy Technology Certificate for Course Information and Registration. Schedule a time to meet with an academic advisor to register for the program and receive guidance on courses/schedule required for programs.
      - REF 2025 Spring Community College Courses: Registration will open this winter. Check back for updates
- - Spring 2026 Non-Credit Courses
    - - Classes run Spring 2026
        
        Registration will open Winter 2025/2026
        
        Monday and Wednesday Evenings 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
        
        City Colleges of Chicago
        
        Arturo Velasquez Westside Technical Institute: Visit the Registration Page
        
        Wilbur Wright College (Humbolt Park Campus): Visit the Registration Page.
        
        Moraine Valley Community College: Visit the Registration Page. Type “Solar” into the search. Select Course “MP5-460-200 Solar Workforce Development”.
- - Harper College: Short Form Classes
    - Green Living Basics: TBA Visit the Registration Page.
    - Solar Energy Career Exploration: TBA Visit the Registration Page.