Policy and Market Development Intern
About The Position
The Policy & Market Development intern will work with the Policy and Market Development team to shape and track policy changes that affect the development and financing of commercial and community solar projects, as well as energy storage projects. The Intern will analyze new energy storage and non-residential solar market opportunities, track federal and state energy policy and regulatory updates, and provide state-specific program guidance in solar and energy storage markets nationwide in coordination with CleanCapital’s Policy and Market Development team. The Intern will help the Policy and Market Development team keep the company updated on key policy changes that will have a meaningful impact on the company’s solar and/or storage project pipeline and anticipate changes that could change the company’s prioritization of markets.
Requirements
- In pursuit of a BS/BA degree in political science, economics, environmental studies, engineering, or a related field
- Interest in utility, energy industry, or energy agency experience, including interpreting regulatory and legislative documents, and drafting analyses for colleagues
- Knowledge of policy and regulatory matters pertaining to distributed energy resources, with a focus on solar, community solar, and battery storage,
- Closely monitor, analyze and develop policy and regulatory priorities across existing and emerging priority markets with a core focus on RTO/ISOs, Power Market Authorities, PUCs, and state legislatures
- Develop and apply data-driven insights and methodologies to develop quantitative market insights that will inform our commercial business decisions
- Ability to work with trade associations, coalitions, and outside consultants as well as an internal team of professionals
- Must have the ability to define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions.
- Proven ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Project management skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
- Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity and experience with project finance concepts, including ability to understand project finance spreadsheets preferred
- Experience or familiarity with policy-tracking software, demand side management programs, or other renewable energy demand drivers.
Responsibilities
- Participate in and take comprehensive notes on industry calls, with an eye towards action items and CleanCapital’s development and deal opportunities.
- Track, analyze, and communicate, federal and state-level regulatory dockets, pending legislation, stakeholder working groups, and other sources to understand the nuances of state solar and energy storage markets
- Create detailed summaries and regular reports of state and federal solar policy developments
- Research energy markets, renewable energy credit markets, or state programs that provide or underpin CleanCapital solar and storage assets.
- Support the project acquisition and development team in analyzing how policy issues impact deal valuation
- Represent the company before industry associations, government officials, and other external engagements.
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
- Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
- Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
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Career Level
Intern
