Product Definition - Business Development Intern

Intersect • San Francisco, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of Intersect’s Business Development team, you’ll help shape new products and growth initiatives that support the transition to a cleaner energy future. This internship offers hands-on experience building data-driven insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and collaborating across teams to evaluate market opportunities. You’ll contribute to real projects that inform how Intersect expands its offerings and engages with clients.
Team Overview
This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the renewable energy transition, identifying new opportunities for growth and helping bring innovative solutions to market. By working cross-functionally with finance, development, and commercial teams, the Business Development group drives long-term value creation while enabling scalable impact. Joining this team offers exposure to high-priority initiatives, strategic thinking, and meaningful opportunities for growth and learning.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience through internships or academic projects in energy, finance, or consulting will help you succeed
• Proficiency in Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel, with the ability to build and analyze data models
• Experience creating presentations in Google Slides or similar tools
• Familiarity with data analysis and financial modeling concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into insights
• Clear written and verbal communication skills that support collaboration and storytelling
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative, proactive work style with a willingness to learn and contribute across teams
• Adaptability, resilience, and curiosity when navigating ambiguity and new challenges
• Integrity, accountability, and alignment with Intersect’s values of equity, humility, authenticity, and long-term impact

Nice To Haves

• Basic proficiency in Python is helpful but not required
• Foundational understanding of energy markets, financial principles, or consulting frameworks is helpful
• Curiosity about electrification, decarbonization, and infrastructure trends will support your success

Responsibilities

• Evaluate New Product Opportunities
• Support the identification and assessment of new product offerings aligned with Intersect’s growth strategy
• Conduct research and analysis to inform product feasibility, market positioning, and potential impact
• Build Strategic Insights
• Develop clear, data-driven models and presentations to support internal decision-making and client engagement
• Translate complex data into actionable insights that guide business strategy
• Drive Market Intelligence
• Research market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities across energy and infrastructure sectors
• Synthesize findings into concise recommendations that inform long-term growth initiatives
• Collaborate Across Teams
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support ongoing business development initiatives
• Contribute to multiple workstreams, balancing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees