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ENTERGY CASE STUDY

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Partner

  • Entergy

Challenges

  1. Limited Awareness of Energy Sector Career Paths 
  • Many students had little exposure to the variety of careers available within the energy industry. While roles such as line workers are well known, opportunities in engineering, cybersecurity, and corporate leadership were not widely understood. Students needed guidance on how their skills and interests could translate into careers within the field. 
  1. Barriers to Student Success
  • Students lacked the necessary preparation for technical and professional roles within the energy industry. Many were unfamiliar with the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) assessments, which are critical for employment in the sector. Additionally, soft skills such as resume writing, interview preparation, and professional communication required further development. 
  1. Lack of funding for providing necessary programs and support
  • As the energy industry shifts toward clean, sustainable solutions and an increased reliance on technology, AI, and automation, students require STEM-based education to remain competitive. The partnership needed to address this growing demand by equipping students with foundational knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). 

Solution

  • To bridge these gaps, Entergy and JAG implemented targeted programs designed to educate, prepare, and connect students with real-world experiences in the energy industry.

Key Program Components

  1. Entergy Boot Camp for Workforce Readiness 
  • Provided students with an understanding of career pathways within Entergy. 
  • Included hands-on resume-building workshops and mock interviews led by Entergy employees. 
  • Offered EEI test preparation to help students succeed in industry-standard assessments. Students who completed the boot camp had a 79% higher success rate than those who did not. 
  1. Industry Exposure and Networking Opportunities

  • JAG students participated in career exploration sessions and professional Q&A panels with Entergy executives and employees. 

  • Students learned about emerging energy trends, including clean energy initiatives and electric vehicle infrastructure. 

  • Entergy’s “Know Your Power” campaign was introduced as a branding tool to help students understand the company’s mission and how their skills could align with future job opportunities. 

  1. Workforce Development & Volunteer Engagement

  • Entergy employees, incentivized to volunteer, participated in JAG classroom visits, mentorship programs, and leadership training workshops. 

  • The partnership aimed to improve communication and tracking between Entergy and JAG educators to ensure students could be followed up for internships and employment. 

Outcomes

The partnership between Entergy and JAG has already led to meaningful progress and measurable outcomes, demonstrating the impact of connecting education with industry leadership. 

Higher Workforce Readiness: 

  • Students completing the EEI Boot Camp had a 79% higher success rate on industry assessments, increasing their chances of securing energy-related jobs. 
  • Resume and interview preparation sessions helped students develop critical professional skills. 

 Increased Career Awareness & Industry Interest: 

  • Students gained exposure to career pathways in engineering, cybersecurity, legal, and clean energy fields within Entergy.
  • Survey results indicate that JAG students are now more likely to consider careers in the energy industry. 

 Stronger Professional Skills & Confidence: 

  • Students demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills when engaging with Entergy executives, including CEO Drew Marsh.
  • JAG students stood out as critical thinkers and problem-solvers, impressing Entergy leadership with their confidence and ability to engage in professional discussions. 

 Community Impact & Brand Awareness: 

  • JAG students became better-informed energy consumers, increasing awareness of Entergy’s mission and the evolving energy landscape.
  • The “Know Your Power” initiative is being explored as a potential student engagement and recruitment tool within JAG programming. 

Matching Energy: A Transformational Moment 

Entergy is looking to fill employment gaps with critical thinkers equipped to communicate and lead teams—qualities that JAG students have demonstrated in their interactions with company executives. 

During a Q&A session with Entergy CEO Drew Marsh, a JAG student challenged the company’s growth strategy, asking why Entergy wasn’t expanding further. Marsh explained his focus on optimizing the experience for current customers. The student, however, pressed him to reconsider, showcasing the confidence, communication skills, and critical thinking that JAG fosters in its students. 

Christine Jordan, Entergy’s Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, was deeply impressed. 

 “I was really impressed with the communication skills that the students had and their confidence level,” Jordan said. “They were not hesitant to politely engage with the CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Being able to communicate at that level, to respectfully hold a different opinion, is an invaluable skill.” 

 

Jordan also noted how JAG students exhibited a higher level of confidence and professionalism compared to students from top-tier high schools, demonstrating the effectiveness of JAG’s training in leadership and workforce readiness. 

 

 Opportunities & Next Steps 

With the energy industry rapidly evolving and the workforce becoming increasingly dependent on STEM-based skills, the JAG-Entergy partnership offers multiple opportunities for expansion and deeper engagement. 

 Expanding the Boot Camp Model 

  • Scale the EEI Boot Camp to reach more JAG students in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.
  • Provide more specialized training opportunities focused on clean energy and technology-based careers. 

 Enhancing STEM Education in JAG Classrooms 

  • Support computer science and AI-focused curriculum development to ensure students are equipped for modern energy careers.
  • Continue building pathways into engineering, cybersecurity, and automation within the energy sector. 

 Strengthening Two-Way Communication for Talent Tracking 

  • Implement a structured communication model between JAG educators and Entergy staff to track students interested in internships and jobs.
  • Improve follow-up strategies to maximize Entergy’s return on investment in student development. 

 Expanding Volunteer Engagement 

  • Leverage Entergy’s employee volunteer incentives to increase mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities for JAG students.
  • Expand the presence of Entergy professionals at JAG programs through campus visits, industry panels, and leadership development events. 

Conclusion

The JAG-Entergy partnership is proving to be a powerful model for bridging the gap between education and workforce development. By exposing students to career opportunities, hands-on training, and mentorship, this collaboration is preparing the next generation of energy professionals. 

Entergy benefits by developing a pipeline of skilled, knowledgeable, and engaged future employees, while JAG students gain the tools, confidence, and connections needed to thrive in high-demand industries. 

As Entergy expands this initiative, the impact will only grow—powering not just businesses, but the futures of thousands of students across the region.