Volta’s Online Battery Career Fair to Showcase Jobs, Talent

As the shift toward sustainable energy accelerates, the U.S. battery industry has become a key player in this transition. The rapid growth of the sector has created a strong demand for skilled professionals to drive innovation and keep the industry competitive on a global scale. The battery workforce spans a wide range of roles, from research and development to manufacturing and quality assurance.

Michael Berube, DOE’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Sustainable Transportation and Fuels, recently emphasized the importance of developing such a workforce, stating, "American leadership in the global battery supply chain will be based not only on our innovation but also on our skilled workforce of engineers, designers, scientists, production workers, and technicians.”

Recruiting for winning teams

A challenge for the battery industry is to find employees ready to take on the tasks of this exciting and growing field. At the same time, there are scores of educated, talented professionals of all experience levels who might thrive in the battery and energy storage industry but don’t know where to begin. What to do?

Enter the Volta Foundation, which will hold an online Battery Career Fair on Thursday, September 12 from 8:00 to 10:00 AM PDT.

The Volta Foundation Battery Career Fair offers a prime opportunity for job seekers to explore the rapidly expanding battery industry. Attendees will have the chance to connect with leading companies and industry experts, learn about the latest advancements in battery technology, and explore diverse career paths ranging from research and development to production and management. The event promises valuable networking opportunities, insights into the industry, and the potential to secure internships or job offers. The fair is an opportunity for anyone looking to jumpstart a career in a field central to the future of energy and transportation.

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To learn more about the event, I reached out to Volta Foundation Director of Marketing & Communications Dana Bubonovich, who shared the following answers by email:

How many times has the Volta Foundation held such an event?

Volta Foundation’s Dana Bubonovich: Volta Foundation’s Battery Career Fair began in 2022, with Fall 2024 being our fifth career fair! The goal of the Battery Career Fair is to bring momentum to the rapidly growing battery industry and for potential candidates to network, gain insights and explore new career paths.

Partial list of Battery Career Fair participating companies. VOLTA FOUNDATION

Can you talk about results from past career fairs? Any success stories from either participating companies or applicants?

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Bubonovich: Since its inception, the Battery Career Fair has hosted more than 50 organizations with over 2,000 candidates - with last February’s event having nearly 1,000 candidates!

The Fall Career Fair will host more than 20 industry-leading companies and has nearly 1,500 candidates attending!

Are you seeing any interesting changes in which companies choose to participate and/or the kind of jobs they need filled?

Bubonovich: Over the past year, we've observed a significant increase in demand for battery manufacturing roles in the United States, particularly for positions such as process technicians, facilities supervisors, and plant managers. Additionally, there's been a growing emphasis on AI and machine learning roles globally, reflecting the industry's shift toward more advanced, data-driven technologies.

Can you share a list of the participating companies?

Bubonovich: For the latest list of participating companies, visit https://learn.volta.foundation/fall-24-battery-career-fair  – as we add new companies each week!

Can you say how many registrants (even roughly) you have or expect to have?

Bubonovich: As of the end of August, we have nearly 1,200 candidates – and are expected to reach 1,500+ candidates when the event takes place!

Anything else you’d like to say about the event as an opportunity to job seekers?

Bubonovich: The Battery Career Fair offers a unique opportunity for job seekers and professionals alike to immerse themselves in the rapidly evolving battery industry. Beyond exploring new roles and career paths, attendees can gain valuable insights into cutting-edge battery technologies directly from industry leaders. Even if you’re not actively seeking a new position, attending the fair is an excellent way to stay informed, network with key players, and advance your professional development.