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ActiveU.S. Department of Energy (though this specific query excludes federal, this is for Tribal Colleges and Universities) · 2026

Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative

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Agency: U.S. Department of Energy (though this specific query excludes federal, this is for Tribal Colleges and Universities)
Funding: Up to $11,300,000 total, with up to $2,300,000 exclusively for Tribal Colleges and Universities
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities.

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Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (though this specific query excludes federal, this is for Tribal Colleges and Universities). This initiative aims to enhance the nation's skilled energy workforce.

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Funding Notice: Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) | Department of Energy Funding Notice: Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Light Text on a Dark Overlay (Default) Funding Amount : $11,300,000 On May 4, 2026 , U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) and Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs announced up to $11.

3 million in federal funding available to institutions of higher education, including up to $2. 3 million exclusively for Tribal Colleges and Universities, to train the next generation of America’s energy workforce.

The Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative will facilitate the development of hands-on training and credentialling programs in skillsets supporting the production of natural gas, oil, coal, and geothermal energy by establishing regional academic-industry consortia.

The PACT Initiative is managed by TechWerx in partnership with DOE, a collaboration made possible through an innovative Partnership Intermediary Agreement established by the DOE's Office of Technology Commercialization . This agreement enables TechWerx to broaden DOE’s engagement with innovative organizations and non-traditional partners, facilitating the rapid development, scaling, and deployment of energy solutions.

Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education (IHE) including two-year IHEs, particularly trade schools, vocational schools, technical colleges, community colleges, and Tribal Colleges and Universities. This funding opportunity announcement has two topic areas: Topic A – Enhance: applicants seeking resources to enhance their existing training program(s) or reorient them to focus on energy careers.

Topic B – Establish: applicants seeking resources to establish a new training program to focus on energy careers. TechWerx, a DOE Partnership Intermediary, has opened an initial funding opportunity for approximately $11,300,000. TechWerx intends to issue between four (4) and eight (8) Topic A awards and between three (3) and six (6) Topic B awards to eligible IHEs.

Up to $2,300,000 will be available for awards exclusively to Tribal Colleges and Universities. An informational webinar will be hosted on May 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET to discuss this funding opportunity. Attending the informational webinar is not mandatory and will not positively or negatively impact the overall review of any applicant submissions.

Funding Opportunity Issue Date: 05/04/2026 Informational Webinar: 05/13/2026 at 3:00 PM ET Informational Office Hours: 06/03/2026 at 3:00 PM ET Informational Office Hours: 07/09/2026 at 3:00 PM ET Submission Deadline for Full Applications: 07/17/2026 at 5:00 PM ET Expected Date for Selection Notifications: Fall 2026 Review the full funding opportunity on TechWerx Questions? Contact info@techwerx.

org The Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office is expanding America’s skilled energy workforce by investing in hands-on training, education, research opportunities, and academic-industry partnerships.

Energy Department Announces Over $11 Million to Expand America’s Energy Workforce Regional consortia will develop training programs to prepare students for jobs in coal, oil, natural gas, and geothermal energy industries Energy Department Announces Over $11 Million to Expand America’s Energy Workforce Last Updated: May 7, 2026

Eligibility Requirements

Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative offer?

The current listing shows up to $11,300,000 total, with up to $2,300,000 exclusively for Tribal Colleges and Universities. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative?

Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (though this specific query excludes federal, this is for Tribal Colleges and Universities). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for Partnerships for Academic-Industry Career Training (PACT) Initiative?

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