Student Spotlight and Success Stories

Meet Tiffanie McClain, a first-year apprentice at IEC Rocky Mountain!

• Why she chose IEC: She is employed with Waynes Electric, where IEC was highly recommended.
• Favorite part of the program: Furthering her knowledge in a career she loves!
• Future goals: To obtain her master’s in electrical.
• Advice for future apprentices: Be willing to ask for help! Knowledge is key, and the best way to learn is by making mistakes and asking questions. Sometimes, you also have to think outside the box!

Join us in celebrating Tiffanie and her journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Jason Peterson, a second-year apprentice at IEC Kansas!

• Why he chose IEC: “To grow and build a career.”
• His favorite part of the IEC program: “Learning and seeing others succeed.”
• Future goals: To grow in his skillset, obtain certifications, and achieve better financial stability so he can spend more time doing service work for youth and others in his community.
• Advice for future apprentices: “Don’t give up!”

Join us in celebrating Jason and his inspiring journey in the electrical industry!

Meet Mike Gittleman, a first-year apprentice at IEC Northern Ohio!

• Why he chose IEC: “I got into the electrical industry later in my career, so I liked being able to earn and gain field experience while completing my schooling right away. I also appreciate that IEC is merit-based and that I can potentially earn more, faster, based on the effort I put in.”
• Favorite part of the program: “It allows me to meet other apprentices and instructors from all different backgrounds in the electrical industry.”
• Future goals: To become a master electrician and put himself in a position where he will always have work.
• Advice for future apprentices: “Show up on time and always have a positive attitude. Also, it’s never too late to get started if this is something you’ve been wanting to do.”

Join us in celebrating Mike and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Cristian Cabello, a 2nd-year apprentice at IEC of Oregon!

• Why he chose IEC: “One of my family members is in the field.”
• Favorite part of the program: “Learning about the trade and working on how to better yourself.”
• Future goals: “Working on how to make fewer mistakes on the job.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “Be on time and don’t be afraid to ask questions.”

Join us in celebrating Cristian Cabello and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Matthew Moore, a 1st-year apprentice at IEC Chesapeake!

• Why he chose IEC: “I chose the IEC to join an exciting trade that lets me work on interesting projects.”
• Favorite part of the program: “I enjoy learning from more experienced electricians who share their knowledge.”
• Future goals: “I want to earn my journeyman and master licenses and become a crew lead for my company.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “If you can show up on time and work hard, you will set a strong baseline for future success.”

Join us in celebrating Matthew Moore and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Edward Calderon, a first-year apprentice at Southern New Mexico IEC!

• Why they chose IEC: “Recommendation from employer to learn the trade.”
• Favorite part of the program: “Hands on labs are my favorite because it shows you how to do the physicality of the job and how it works.”
• Future goals: “To become a journeyman and get my fire alarm license.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “To join it’s really helpful and to learn the books so you can learn correctly and be up to code.“

Join us in celebrating Edward and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Taylor Moser, a third-year apprentice at IEC of Oregon!

• Why they chose IEC: “I wanted to be a part of something different. I wanted to show that women have an impact in a male dominated trade too.”
• Favorite part of the program: “I love the opportunity to do something different everyday, and get to see a project through beginning to end.”
• Future goals: “Once I card out as a journeyman, my next step is to get my signing supervisors license, then my contractors. Once I have all three, then I hope to run the business my dad has built; Powerhouse Electric.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “Don’t be scared to take the leap. Everything is intimidating at first, and everything is hard. But the dedication and determination you put into it is what makes you successful in the end.”

Join us in celebrating Taylor and her journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry! 

Meet Michael Patrick Roeser, a first-year apprentice at IEC Rocky Mountain!

• Why he chose IEC: “My master graduated from IEC.”
• Favorite part of the program: “My classmates and teacher.”
• Future goals: “I want to become a Master Electrician.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “Remember to take the process slow and have patience. Your schooling is just like building a house, brick by brick.”

Join us in celebrating Michael and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Paul Kuznetsov, a 2nd year apprentice at IEC of Oregon!

• Why they chose IEC: “I chose IEC because electrical work gives light and power to the people, also because it is a great and rewarding job.”
• Favorite part of the program: “My favorite part is I get to go to work as an electrician and learn on the job, then go to school in the evenings to learn exactly what I’m doing at work.”
• Future goals: “My future goals are to become a supervisor after I become a journeyman electrician, then pass my supervisor test to be able to own my own business.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “Everyone starts on the bottom and has to work their way up. No matter the task in front of you, do it with a smile. Eventually, you will be respected by the journeyman and given more rewarding tasks.”

Join us in celebrating Paul and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Sergii Beschastnyi, a second-year apprentice at IEC Rocky Mountain!

• Why they chose IEC: "My school has very good reviews and experienced teachers."
• Favorite part of the program: "I like to think logically and solve electrical problems. They are mostly based on Ohm's Law."
• Future goals: "Complete my studies and get my electrician license."
• Advice for future apprentices: "Spend more time on your homework and try to complete the assignments perfectly."

Join us in celebrating Sergii and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Kerio Yustiz, a second-year apprentice at Greater Charlotte IEC!

• Why they chose IEC: "The company I work for gave me the opportunity to be in this program."
• Favorite part of the program: "When I learn new things and apply them at work."
• Future goals: "Get my license in the future."
• Advice for future apprentices: "Never give up and know that you can always learn with effort and dedication."

Join us in celebrating Kerio and their journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Esteban Serna, a third-year apprentice at Southern New Mexico IEC! 

• Why they chose IEC: "The only program in Southern New Mexico that has an apprenticeship, and I wanted to learn how to be an electrician. I did research on where to start, and IEC was available—I’d say it was well worth it."
• Favorite part of the program: "I like the labs and learning how and why things work the way they do. Learning the theory behind it, and then getting to apply those skills in the field, is really valuable."
• Future goals: "To get my license and eventually open my own electrical company."
• Advice for future apprentices: "You get out what you put in. With a good attitude and mindset, you’ll get the most out of the program and enjoy being there."

Join us in celebrating Esteban and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Luke Gibson, a 2nd-year apprentice at IEC of Kansas!

• Why he chose IEC: “To be the best electrician I can be now, I needed a good understanding of theory and code as well as the methods of installation and repair.”
• Favorite part of the program: “The community and the drive we all have to learn and improve.”
• Future goals: “I hope to get my journeyman’s this summer and my master’s license shortly after graduating the program.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “Ask questions and be hungry to learn. Don’t be offended by critique, and remember there are so many ways to do our work—there is always room to grow.”

Join us in celebrating Luke and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Brandon Roundtree, a 2nd year apprentice at IEC Atlanta! 

• Why they chose IEC: "I wanted to be a residential electrician specifically and this was the best route for that."
• Favorite part of the program: "The instructors—they care about educating the next generation of electricians to be both safe and successful in the field."
• Future goals: "I would love to start an organization partnered with the Southern Baptist Convention and travel to areas devastated by natural disasters in the U.S. to help with relief efforts."
• Advice for future apprentices: "Completing a program like the IEC will be something that nobody can take from you and will follow you and your career the rest of your life. Invest yourself in the process and see your career blossom."

Join us in celebrating Brandon and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Ben Camping, a 3rd year apprentice at IEC of Arizona!

• Why they chose IEC: "It was hailed as the best program in the state."
• Favorite part of the program: "I love the extracurricular events—wire offs, trade shows, and code classes with very reputable and knowledgeable speakers and teachers. It’s an amazing network to be a part of."
• Future goals: "I would love to start my own electrical contracting business and serve people in service and construction work."
• Advice for future apprentices: "You will get out of this trade what you put into it. If you invest in your education, your tools, and your skills, ask a lot of questions and seek genuine answers, you can move very quickly in this industry."

Join us in celebrating Ben and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Aslyn Van Reichle, a first-year apprentice at IEC Greater San Antonio!

• Favorite part of the IEC program: “Building a solid education in my field.”
• Future goals: “Pass my journeyman test and become my company’s first Journey(wo)man.”
• Advice for future apprentices: “Do your homework and read ahead.”

Join us in celebrating Aslyn and her journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Mason Coffey, a first-year apprentice at IEC of Kentuckiana!

• Why they chose IEC: "I chose the IEC to give myself the best opportunity of becoming a skilled electrician."
• Future goals: "I want to be in a spot where I can help my friends, family, and strangers in areas where they might not know how to help themselves. I want to be someone people can lean on."
• Advice for future apprentices: "Stay on top of your homework and quizzes. Set aside an allotted time where you can complete all your assignments without the stress of doing it last-minute."
  

Join us in celebrating Mason and their journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

Meet Brandon Whiddon, a fourth-year apprentice at IEC Atlanta & Georgia!

• Why he chose IEC: He received an employer offer that led him to the program.
• Favorite part of the program: The textbooks and structured learning materials.
• Future goals: To obtain his licenses and continue growing in his field.
• Advice for future apprentices: Rewatch the training videos—there is a lot of information covered in a short period of time!

Join us in celebrating Brandon and his journey toward a bright future in the electrical industry!

We’re proud to celebrate Joshua Shank, a second-year apprentice at IEC Greater San Antonio and an IEC Foundation Scholarship recipient who continues to seize every opportunity.

After receiving support from the IEC Foundation, Joshua explored additional opportunities featured on our Scholarship Resource Page, which led to him earning two major awards: the Mike Rowe Works Scholarship—a prestigious award supporting individuals pursuing careers in the skilled trades—and the Home Depot Path to Pro Scholarship, which helps individuals gain the skills needed for high-demand careers.

Joshua’s initiative and dedication to his future career exemplify the mission of the IEC Foundation, and we can’t wait to see what he accomplishes next!