PReP Intl

PReP Intl is the energy industry's premier talent exchange, launched in 2009 and based in Charlotte. The company specializes in uniting energy organizations with skilled professionals to create a brighter future in the rapidly evolving Energy Technology (ET) sector. With over a decade of experience training employees in the energy industry, PReP Intl applies this expertise to critical functions of recruiting, employee onboarding, career development, and talent management.

PReP Intl operates as a specialized recruitment firm focused exclusively on the energy technology sector, helping cities, utilities, and infrastructure organizations find pre-qualified, ready, and experienced professionals. The company has successfully helped over 1,100 organizations fill hard-to-fill positions, demonstrating their deep understanding of the energy industry's unique talent requirements.

The firm's approach centers on building organizational capacity for Vigilance, Agility & Resilience (VAR), recognizing that the energy sector faces unprecedented challenges including aging workforce retirements, renewable energy integration, grid modernization, and increasing electrification of transportation. PReP Intl addresses these challenges by providing access to skilled executives, professionals, operators, and engineers who can deliver results in real-time.

What sets PReP Intl apart is their comprehensive understanding of cutting-edge processes including employer branding, effective communication strategies, investment in future talent development, and strategic insights from longitudinal hiring data. They work with veterans, graduates, and experienced professionals to build communities of future talent while helping individuals launch, grow, and extend their careers in the energy technology revolution.

The company's strategic focus extends beyond traditional recruitment to encompass talent mapping and career development services. They help professionals transition from military backgrounds into energy sector roles, support career advancement for existing industry professionals, and facilitate connections between innovative companies and top talent. Their client base includes major utilities like Duke Energy, Entergy, and Cleveland Public Power, as well as forward-thinking organizations working on smart grid implementations and renewable energy integration.