*Job* Solar Sales Rockstar with SolTerra Systems

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*Job* Solar Sales Rockstar with SolTerra Systems

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SolTerra Systems is a progressive, growing, youthful, disruptive, detail oriented, adventurous group of talented individuals who want to be involved in the most sustainable, livable, and innovative buildings in the world. We are a design + build firm with a growing portfolio of some of the most innovative and forward thinking solar solutions in the PNW.

And we’re looking for a Salesperson with a solid real world understanding and an incredible ‘can-do’ attitude. Someone who wants to put their own mark on the world, and tell their story with us.

What will you be doing?

-Effectively take leads throughout entire sales process
-Help generate leads (i.e. networking events, trade shows, etc)
-Represent SolTerra at industry events
-Assist in developing and identifying growth opportunities
-Work amongst an incredible team
-Be a part of real change and innovation
-Make your mark on Seattle!

Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship

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many environmental studies majors have an interest in ‘environmental entrepreneurship’. The Buerk Center is a great resource to pursue this interest with the ‘Environmental Innovation Challenge’ and a new Entrepreneurship minor intended for non-business students. Find out more below. – joe

Join us this Friday for lunch!  All majors welcome!

Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship – Open House

Friday, Jan 9, 12:30-1:20

Dempsey 211 – RSVP Here

 Curious about the startup scene? Looking for the skills and experience you need to take your idea to the next level?  Join us this Friday at the Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship!

Some of the things we’ll talk about include:

You bring your curiosity – we’ll bring lunch!  J

RSVP HERE

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The Environmental Innovation Challenge is a *must* for anyone in our program interested in business and/or sustainability. Really, the experience of being on a team would be good for any of our majors or minors. Now is the time to get engaged.

One of our former majors was actually part of a winning team, which was awarded a $10,000 prize to jump start their business. Read more about Christina’s participation on the ‘Voltaic’ team here.

[course]: Environmental Innovation Practicum

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Innovation in Cleantech + Market Opportunity = Solutions for the Planet

UW ENVIRONMENTAL INNOVATION PRACTICUM (2 credits)

ENTRE 443/543, ENGR 498, ENVIR 495

Fall Quarter, Tuesdays 4-5:50 pm, Paccar Hall 292

Instructor:  Deb Hagen-Lukens dlhagen@uw.edu

Prerequisites:  None. Recommended for juniors and above, including grad students.

For a list of speakers and topics, check back in September: eic.washington.edu

The goal is to discover the universe of cleantech solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges and to raise awareness of how you might be part of that solution.  You’ll form teams around problems you identify, and present your solutions to the class.  Although not required, teams are invited to compete in the UW Environmental Innovation Challenge April 2, 2015.

The seminar consists of a selection of required readings and a series of industry experts who will speak on a specific cleantech topic. You will work in teams to present a proposed solution to an environmental problem. The final deliverable for the class is a 5-10 minute presentation.

Course topics will include:

  • Environmental challenges and opportunities linked to cleantech.
  • How to translate an idea into an actual device/product/company 
  • Market assessment (who would be the customer for this product or service?)

Questions?  ptufts@uw.edu

[course]: Environmental Innovation Practicum (AUT/14)

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ENVIRONMENTAL INNOVATION PRACTICUM (2 credits)

ENTRE 443/543, ENGR 498, ENVIR 495

Fall Quarter, Tuesdays 4-5:50 pm, Paccar Hall 292

Instructor:  Deb Hagen-Lukens dlhagen@uw.edu

Prerequisites:  None. Recommended for juniors and above, including grad students.

For a list of speakers and topic click here!

Discover the universe of cleantech solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges and raise awareness of how you can be part of the solution.  You’ll form cross-disciplined teams around problems you identify, and present your solutions to the class.  Although not required, teams are invited to compete in the newly named Alaska Airlines Environmental Innovation Challenge April 2, 2015.

The seminar consists of a selection of required readings and a series of industry experts who will speak on a specific cleantech topic. You will work in teams to present a proposed solution to an environmental problem. The final deliverable for the class is a 5-10 minute presentation.

Course topics include:

  • ·         Environmental challenges and opportunities linked to cleantech.
  • How to translate an idea into an actual device/product/company. 
  • Market assessment (who would be the customer for this product or service?)

Questions?  ptufts@uw.edu

Pam Tufts| Assistant Director
Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship

Alaska Airlines Environmental Innovation Challenge

UW Foster School of Business, Dempsey Hall 227
206.685-3813 ptufts@uw.edu

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[course]: ENVIR 495: Environmental Innovation Practicum

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Innovation in Cleantech + Market Opportunity = Solutions for the Planet
UW ENVIRONMENTAL INNOVATION PRACTICUM (2 credits)
ENTRE 443/543, ENGR 498, ENVIR 495
Fall Quarter, Tuesdays 4-5:50 pm, Paccar Hall 292
Instructor:  Deb Hagen-Lukens dlhagen@uw.edu
Prerequisites:  None. Recommended for juniors and above, including grad students.
For a list of speakers and topics, check back in September: eic.washington.edu
 
The goal is to discover the universe of cleantech solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges and to raise awareness of how you might be part of that solution.  You’ll form teams around problems you identify, and present your solutions to the class.  Although not required, teams are invited to compete in the UW Environmental Innovation Challenge April 2, 2015.
The seminar consists of a selection of required readings and a series of industry experts who will speak on a specific cleantech topic. You will work in teams to present a proposed solution to an environmental problem. The final deliverable for the class is a 5-10 minute presentation.
Course topics will include:
  • Environmental challenges and opportunities linked to cleantech.
  • How to translate an idea into an actual device/product/company 
  • Market assessment (who would be the customer for this product or service?)
Questions?  ptufts@uw.edu

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Sustainable Seattle has a workshop coming up with sustainability data tracking experts from Vulcan, Scope 5, CH2M Hill and GeoEngineers. If any students would like to attend, email michelle@sustainableseatte.org and say you’re from PoE for a discount code (normally $40 registration including box lunch).

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The Business School has just opened UW’s first competitive minor, the Entrepreneurship Minor. The deadline to apply for the winter quarter is October 25th, and another date will be announced in spring for fall admission.

Students who pursue the minor are creative and motivated, and looking for ways to apply the knowledge they’ve gained from their major to an entrepreneurial endeavor.  Open to all non-business undergraduates, this 31-credit competitive minor offers students the opportunity to leverage their unique talents, as well as their new-found business knowledge, to achieve their start-up goals.

Prerequisites

  • ECON 200 Microeconomics  (5)
  • ACCTG 215 Financial Accounting  (5)
  • ACCTG 225 Managerial Accounting  (5)

Required Coursework

  • ENTRE 370 Intro to Entrepreneurship  (4)
  • ENTRE 472/473 Creating a Company I & II  (8)
  • AND choose 4 credits from:
    • ENTRE 432 Software Entrepreneurship (4)
    • ENTRE 440 Business Plan Practicum (2)
    • ENTRE 443 Environmental Innovation Practicum (2)
    • ENTRE/MKTG 455 Entrepreneurial Marketing (4)
    • ENTRE 459 Venture Investing (4)
    • ENTRE 490 Special Topics

The Entrepreneurship Minor will challenge your creativity and critical thinking skills, while providing you with the knowledge and experience every entrepreneur needs. 

Apply at: https://catalyst.uw.edu/webq/survey/caz1585/206897

Questions should be directed to Leslie Mabry at the Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship: mabryl@uw.edu, 206-685-5669

[internship]: Sustainable Business Consulting

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Sustainability Research Internship

Sustainable Business Consulting (SBC) is a Seattle-based consulting firm whose goal is to lead and inspire business to change the world.

We are looking for an independent, hard-working, motivated intern with a “can do” attitude who wants to learn about business & sustainability. We are in the process of helping build out online learnings on sustainability and area looking for a highly motivated individual to help us with the following:

Internship Job Responsibilities include:

 Conducting in-depth research and analyses on a variety of key sustainability issues

 Researching case studies, readings, and articles around Sustainability and how it relates to 8 different course criteria

 Support the creation of powerpoint presentations and supporting in-person speaking engagements

 General Office Management

 Perform various administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

 Proven research experience

 Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills

 Business/Executive summary writing experience. Not just academic.

 Demonstrated interest in sustainability as it applies to business management

 Proficient in MS Office suite and PowerPoint, Excel skills necessary

 Quick learner, willingness to take on any task (e.g. data entry, answering phones, whatever is needed)

 Solid work ethic, positive attitude, high standard of professionalism

Timeframe and Compensation

This internship is intended for college or recently graduated students who will be with us 18-20 hours per week for 4 months. Hours and workdays are flexible, but the intern must work in the office 2 days/week, with the 3rd day working remotely. We can work with you and your advisor to ensure you receive college credit for the internship if desired. The position runs from early August until mid-December.

Starts Immediately

The position is compensated at $12.50/hour. Sustainable Business Consulting is committed to teaching you about sustainable business and supporting your career development. Please do not apply if you are looking for a full-time position or if you are brand new to sustainability and know nothing about the topic.

Application Details

Please e-mail your resume, a research sample and two references to:

Ruth Lee at Ruth[at]sustainablebizconsulting.com.

No phone calls please.

APPLICATION DEADLINE August 1, 2013

Interviews to be conducted during the week of August 5, 2013

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UW is offering Certificate Programs in several topics that UW undergraduates can take as part of their normal credit load this summer. These Certificates consist of two to four courses and will give a good foundation in the various subjects listed below. The Summer Certificate in Business Essentials may be of special interest to Program on the Environment students because it provides:

·         Opportunity to cover the major business pillars of knowledge in one summer

·         Integrated curriculum with capstone business plan project, unique among UW business courses

·         Ten, 6 of which are Individual & Society Area of Knowledge (I&S)

·         Interaction with students from diverse perspectives since it is open to any major (except business majors)

·         Tuesday/Thursday schedule which fits well with other MWF courses

·         Access to industry professionals who now have adjunct or lecturer appointments with Foster School of Business

For more information, visit website or come to information meeting Thursday, June 6, Mary Gates Hall, Room 258, 3;30 to 5:00 pm and meet the instructors and program managers for all programs.