Communications Assistant (m/w/d)
New Energy Nexus
Company Overview
New Energy Nexus
Berkeley, California, United States
2004
Approximately 50 employees (source: newenergynexus.com).
What They Do
New Energy Nexus focuses on accelerating weather-dependent clean energy technologies, including solar, efficiency, storage, and related innovations. The organization provides non-dilutive grants, accelerators, networks, training, and testing resources to early-stage startups, rather than developing proprietary products (source: newenergynexus.com). Its primary services include the CalSEED program, which has awarded $20 million to over 100 startups since 2016, and the CalTestBed initiative, distributing $8.8 million in testing vouchers across various testbeds (source: buildmomentum.io). New Energy Nexus targets diverse entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups, emphasizing equitable outcomes for vulnerable populations in investor-owned utility territories (source: newenergynexus.com). As a non-profit ecosystem builder, it leverages billions in follow-on investments since its inception, positioning itself as a crucial bridge for startups lacking access to private capital (source: idealist.org).
Projects & Track Record
New Energy Nexus has completed notable projects such as the CalSEED initiative, which has supported over 100 startups with $20 million in funding since 2016, leading to significant advancements in clean energy technologies (source: buildmomentum.io). The CalTestBed program has also been instrumental, providing testing to clean energy innovators and completing its $11 million award rollout since 2019 (source: buildmomentum.io). Early investments in companies like Bridgelux and Tesla have positioned New Energy Nexus as a pioneer in the clean energy sector, while ongoing projects like the Salton Sea Program aim to develop lithium supply chains around the world's largest lithium reserves (source: influencewatch.org). The organization collaborates with key clients and partners, including the California Energy Commission and various universities, to drive innovation and support startups in the clean energy space (source: newenergynexus.com).
Recent Developments
In recent years, New Energy Nexus has been selected by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change as the Climate Tech Startup Program partner for COP28 in 2023, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to accelerate early-stage climate tech from the Global South (source: influencewatch.org). The organization has expanded its presence in Nigeria through a partnership with the Clean Technology Hub and in Australia with EnergyLab, focusing on energy storage solutions (source: newenergynexus.com). Additionally, the Salton Sea lithium research project received funding from the James Irvine Foundation in 2023, further enhancing its research capabilities (source: influencewatch.org). The organization continues to administer state grants like CalSEED while piloting career pathways for low-resourced communities, demonstrating its commitment to fostering innovation and equity in clean energy (source: newenergynexus.com).
Working There
New Energy Nexus hires for various roles, including program management, entrepreneurship support, and accelerator operations, with a focus on building a diverse team experienced in commercialization mentoring (source: newenergynexus.com). The organization has a strong presence in California, particularly in Oakland and Berkeley, but also offers potential remote or international roles tied to its global programs (source: idealist.org). Company culture emphasizes values such as Living Ubuntu, Being Resourceful, Having Impact, and Seeking Justice, with a commitment to equity in clean energy and collaborative partnerships (source: climatebase.org). While specific benefits are not detailed publicly, job seekers are encouraged to review postings for information on compensation and perks (source: idealist.org).
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Job Description
New Energy Nexus (NEX) is an international not-for-profit organization that supports clean energy entrepreneurs with funds, accelerators and networks. We started in California and have expanded operations into China, India, Southeast Asia, East and West Africa, UAE and Australia. Our mission is to support diverse entrepreneurs to drive innovation and build equity in the global clean energy economy.
Our goal is to support 100,000 startups to succeed by 2030 - a decisive decade to surface and support as many climate solutions as possible. Through our global network, we directly boost hundreds of entrepreneurs annually while uplifting thousands more. Since 2004, New Energy Nexus has mobilized $3.7 billion in investment and supported over 1200 clean energy startups to date.
New Energy Nexus China provides business-matchmaking and consulting services for large corporations and start-ups to advance energy transition and carbon-neutrality goals. Since 2016, NEX China has supported the growth of 400+ innovative companies through programs such as the EXCEL Accelerator and the LG Energy Solution Battery Challenge.
Key programs include:
- Accelerator - industrial development and capacity building for growth-stage start-ups
- Forums & Summits - tech exchange, showcases, industry hot-topic discussions, partnership negotiations
- Pilot Projects - enabling large, medium and small companies to co-design innovative products
- Multi-dimensional Training - industry-oriented innovation mindset cultivation
- Investment Guidance - connecting start-ups to funding for scale-up
- International Exchange - visits and expansion in key markets
- Ecosystem Community - building a clean-energy ecosystem that offers valuable resources and events to members
Responsibilities
- Support supervisors and the team in corporate and program communications, including but not limited to material collation, website building, report formatting, event planning and execution, and community operation.
- According to project publicity plans, independently plan and execute online and offline communication campaigns, including collateral design and production, video script planning, copywriting, etc., to expand project impact.
- Complete other tasks assigned by supervisors.
Internship duration: Minimum of 3 months, 4-5 days on-site per week (retention possible)
Requirements
Education: current bachelor's or master's student; majors in journalism, communications, advertising or related fields preferred.
Experience: prior work in project management, event planning, social-media operation; experience in sustainability or tech innovation sectors preferred.
Skills
- Excellent project&time-management; able to plan overall delivery schedules and break down tasks independently.
- Strong documentation skills; can write project documents and content summaries independently.
- Strong visual aesthetics
- Global mindset; excellent English listening, speaking, reading and writing.
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Feishu.
- Graphic design or video editing skills preferred.
Other requirements
- Strong sense of responsibility and commitment; comply with laws and regulations; no adverse records.
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills; strong learning, research, logical-analysis and open innovative thinking.
- Strong service awareness; able to handle multiple parallel tasks efficiently; high professional ethics and dedication.
- Positive attitude, eager to learn and innovate, diligent and reliable.
Benefits
Salary: 180 RMB per working day (tax included)
New Energy Nexus is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression of an otherwise qualified individual, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. New Energy Nexus hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. We strongly encourage applicants from under-represented and marginalized communities to apply.
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About the role
January 20, 2026
Internship
Non-profit
January 22, 2026
On-site
CNY 180 daily
- Shanghai, China
Preferred prior work experience in project management, event planning, and social media operation.
UTC+08:00
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