Intern, Project Development

Pivot Energy • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The internship within the Project Development Team will require being involved in project development efforts for our community solar and energy storage projects. The Intern will support solar site assessments for critical issues related to project development and permitting document preparation. The Intern will also support community outreach efforts and origination campaigns and will have direct access to engineering and construction managers for one-on-one exposure to the technical design of solar and energy storage systems. Access to developing solar projects and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and communicate are essential. Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost-savings to American businesses and families. We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power generation. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income-limited families, create workforce pathways for under-represented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities. As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work†, we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community, our employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. Learn more in our annual ESG Report. At Pivot, our core values guide our work internally and externally: Impact – We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet. Balance – Put family first; work hard/have fun. Determination – Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge. Professionalism – Impress everyone we touch, be a team player. Honesty – Be truthful and transparent, externally and internally. Kindness – Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced.

Requirements

• Interest in Sustainability, Engineering, &/or Renewable Energy
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
• Intermediate Computer skills in all basic programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, GIS Programs (Google Earth), or willingness to learn new software and tools
• Ability to prioritize tasks across a broad range of projects

Nice To Haves

• Enrolled in, or recent graduate of, a relevant degree program (e.g., Environmental Science, Engineering, Business), or solar/solar-adjacent apprenticeship program
• Willingness to live by Pivots values of kindness, empathy, integrity, professionalism, balance, impact and determination
• Self-starter who is not afraid to ask questions and take on tasks outside of their comfort zone
• willingness to learn new things and be curious
• Ability to think “outside the box†and to anticipate roadblocks encountered through site development

Responsibilities

• Evaluating the viability of sites through desktop diligence review, local permitting research, and review of various site conditions on publicly available databases such as FEMA, FAA, NWI, DNR, and SHPO.
• Reviewing and evaluate prospective siting locations utilizing GIS software.
• Learn to assist in the preparation, execution, and responding to mailing campaigns.
• Assist in identifying and preparing necessary submittal documents for permitting authorities.
• Provide staffing support at community events, public meetings, and project site visits to discuss the projects with stakeholders.
• Assisting other members of Project Development (Directors, Developers, Associates) with various tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Public transit reimbursement
• PTO for volunteering in the community (during a Pivot-sponsored event)
• PTO for volunteering in the community
• Professional development and educational reimbursements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees