Northwest SEED Solar Energy Internship

Northwest SEED is seeking an intern to support the Evergreen State Solar Partnership for standardized rooftop solar permitting and interconnection.  The intern will support project management functions in a fast-paced environment. The intern will communicate regularly with team members across four jurisdictions and four utilities, research best practices in permitting and financing from around the country, and support project managers in communication with diverse stakeholders, including the State Department of Commerce, Solar Washington, municipal building departments, the Department of Labor & Industries, and others.  The intern will work closely with Northwest SEED staff to track and document deliverables toward the Evergreen State Solar Partnership Project Objectives.  To learn more about Northwest SEED and the project visit www.nwseed.org

Duties:

·         Support staff in convening working groups for permitting, interconnection, financing, and solar codes.

·         Research potential permitting and financial support mechanisms to further solar energy installations.

·         Help build relationships with the participating local governments and utilities.

·         Participate in outreach to stakeholders beyond the 4 participating jurisdictions.

·         Manage the Basecamp project management tool to facilitate team communications.

·         Research and document best practices in codes and ordinances that impact rooftop PV.

Qualifications:

·         Excellent writing and speaking skills

·         Self-directed, detail oriented and able to prioritize multiple tasks

·         Proven ability to successfully engage with diverse stakeholders

·         Proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

·         Basecamp experience a bonus

·         Strong interest in clean energy issues and solar pv in particular

Benefits:

·         Opportunities to network within the industry

·         Hands on experience working with team of clean energy experts  

·         A fun office environment with an energetic staff

This is an unpaid, part-time internship based in downtown Seattle. Internship will start ASAP and run through September 2012. A commitment of 16-20 hours per week is desired.

Please email cover letter, resume and 3 references to info@nwseed.org by June 4th to be considered. No phone calls please. Position open until filled.