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Meeting rising energy demand takes more than new projects, it takes people who can build, operate, and maintain them. As part of Oklahoma State University, the Hamm Institute is positioned to help grow the next generation of energy leaders, from engineers and technicians to policy, finance, and supply chain talent. We are building this work with a focus on real jobs and the skills that are needed to power to future.

“Projects do not get built on strategy alone. They get built by skilled workers.”

— Ann Bluntzer Pullin, PhD

Fostering the next generation of energy leadersWe are expanding our workforce work in three practical directions, each tied to decisions partners are making now.

Demand signals and job maps

Translate new load and new generation into the roles, skills, and timing needed to deliver projects.

Featured Research

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Energy Freedom Tour

The Energy Freedom Tour is our student-facing platform to build informed, motivated talent for the energy and infrastructure jobs the country needs. We bring leaders to campus to talk candidly about what it takes to power growth, strengthen energy security, and build careers that last. The goal is simple: give students access, clarity, and pathways.

  • On-campus conversations with energy and government leaders
  • Practical career visibility across engineering, trades, operations, policy, finance, and supply chain
  • Connections to internships, mentors, and early-career opportunities
  • A focus on firm power, critical infrastructure, and energy security

Explore Energy Careers

Training-to-hiring pathways

Connect OSU programs and partners to internships, apprenticeships, and early-career roles that lead to long-term careers.

Why Oklahoma State and the Hamm Institute?

As part of Oklahoma State University, we sit at the intersection of education, research, and industry demand. That gives us a practical advantage. We can help partners shape the skills pipeline they need, while helping students see clear routes into high-impact energy careers. We are focused on outcomes, including placement, experience, and long-term career growth.