Project Development Intern

Job Description

Silicon Ranch is a fully integrated provider of customized renewable energy, carbon, and battery storage solutions for a diverse set of partners across North America.

• We are known for putting community partnerships first, and are the only renewable energy company in the U.S. that owns and operates all of its solar ranches and has a 100% track record for successful delivery.
• We have the largest utility scale agrivoltaics portfolio in the country under Regenerative Energy®, our nationally recognized holistic approach to project design, construction, and land management. Our model incorporates regenerative ranching and other regenerative land management practices to restore livelihoods and soil health, biodiversity, and water quality.
• Through our subsidiary, Clearloop, we are able to help businesses of all sizes reclaim their carbon footprint with a direct investment in building new solar projects while also helping bring renewable energy and economic development to distressed communities.

By joining Silicon Ranch, you will be joining a team of experienced and dedicated individuals who have proven time and again that it is indeed possible to not only “make solar do more”, but to make the promise of carbon-free, renewable energy that benefits people right where it comes from a tangible, measurable, and replicable reality.

Silicon Ranch is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Overview

The Project Development team at Silicon Ranch is looking to hire in-person or remote interns for a paid internship (course credit available in lieu of pay).

This position is responsible for supporting Silicon Ranch’s greenfield site development strategy and project development execution that provides a unique opportunity to engage in solar development across the Country.

Main Responsibilities

In this position, the intern will assist the Project Development team with:

• Identifying potential sites for utility-scale solar projects
• Researching landowner contact information and conducting landowner outreach
• Creating and maintaining site trackers
• Conducting desktop analyses and synthesizing research for Silicon Ranch’s leadership
• Assisting with negotiations for land purchases
• Assist with Project Management of projects in Development
• Special Projects as may be identified

We are seeking a well-organized individual with exceptional interpersonal skills—capable of contributing to the team right away. Further, the ideal candidate possesses the ability to independently solve problems and create value through the site location process. This position requires excellent time-management and communication skills.

Reporting to

Manager, Project Development

Qualifications

Silicon Ranch is looking for current students (preference to Juniors and Seniors) or recent graduates who can commit to 20–40 hours per week. Experience or course work in project management, energy management, land development, real estate, or environmental science required.