Attraction, Retention, and Advancement of Young Professionals in Energy Toolkit

Talent4Energy has released its Attraction, Retention, and Advancement of Young Professionals in Energy Toolkit.

The toolkit was launched after YP Link, a collective of five energy-focused young professional groups, approached Talent4Energy to develop a process for engaging with young professionals. CRIN provided financial support for this work, which included the Newtonian Shift business strategy gaming workshop facilitated by the Energy Futures Lab; workshops with young professionals; and a roundtable discussion.

The document outlines 12 actions energy companies can take to attract and retain young talent. For example, recommended steps include:

• Convey honest, clear, and consistent messaging about the industry’s role in energy security and long-term energy mix.

• Promote more open, inclusive, and transparent hiring processes to improve access to career opportunities for external applicants.

• Outline pathways for career advancement.

• Invest in leadership development.

• Actively involve young professionals in projects, strategy discussions, and decision-making processes.

• Promote diversity in leadership positions.

• Prioritize sustainability goals alongside profitability.

• Provide promotions and career development based on capability and performance.

The toolkit also highlights promising practices already in place, as well as resources for further information.