U.S.-Argentina English for the Energy Sector & Minerals Workforce Development

U.S.-Argentina English for the Energy Sector & Minerals Workforce Development

U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires announces an open competition to strengthen English for specific purposes within the critical minerals and energy sectors. This program will support workforce development, enhance international collaboration, and improve access to global supply chains by equipping participants with specialized English skills relevant to mining, energy transition, the extractive industry, and advanced manufacturing. It will also help create a more competitive local talent pipeline that can attract increased U.S. investment and expand hiring by U.S. companies operating in Argentina. U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires seeks proposals from qualified organizations capable of designing and implementing a program that produces measurable gains in participant knowledge and supports durable professional linkages around transparent and responsible critical mineral and energy sector development. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives The growing demand for modern technologies, including advanced manufacturing, electronics, and digital infrastructure, has significantly increased the need for critical minerals such as lithium, copper, and rare earth elements, while also driving expanded activity across the energy sector. Countries with strong energy and mineral reserves must develop a technically skilled workforce, including English proficiency, to compete in international markets, attract investment, and collaborate with U.S. partners. This aligns with U.S. policy priorities on energy transition and supply chain security. Previous Embassy-supported English Language Programs have demonstrated success in improving general proficiency; however, sector-specific English training remains a new opportunity to improve the U.S. investment climate and U.S. business success in the energy and minerals sectors. Project Audience(s): Primary beneficiaries should include: University students in engineering, geology, and mining programs Early-career professionals in extractive industries Tec

Details

• Agency: U.S. Mission to Argentina
• Department: Department of State
• Opportunity #: PDS-BUE-2026-01
• Total Funding: $100,000
• Expected Awards: 1
• Instrument: cooperative_agreement

Eligibility

Not-for-profit organizations, including think-tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations Public and private educational institutions Public International Organizations Governmental institutions