Project Development Intern (m/w/d)

Silicon Ranch Corporation is one of the nation’s leading developer, owner, and operators of utility scale solar energy plants. We deliver energy with zero carbon emissions and zero water consumption needs.

• We focus on providing excellent customer service, while developing creative and cost- effective custom solar energy solutions.
• We work with a diverse set of customers including utilities, electrical cooperatives, military and defense facilities, large industrial and commercial businesses.
• Our customized approach delivers clean energy in a manner that reduces environmental impacts and aids in economic development in local communities through capital investment, increased tax revenues, and job growth.

We are experiencing significant growth and are looking for the following to join our dynamic and fast-growing team:

Position: MBA Intern, Project Development

Location: Nashville, TN

Overview: This position will report to the Project Development Team and will focus on a two to three projects that support pre-construction activities. This position will require coordination with internal and potential external stakeholders to fulfill project requirements.

Main Responsibilities

This position will support the Project Development team in identifying opportunities to enhance EPC contracting efforts for late-stage development assets. The primary focus will be on pinpointing projects that are ready for EPC engagement and meet all criteria to achieve their required Commercial Operation Date.

The role will collaborate closely with the Project Delivery, Engineering, Utility Planning, and other relevant teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of SRC’s current processes and strategies that drive successful EPC contracting.

Additionally, this position will contribute to project development siting analysis and landowner outreach in Georgia and South Carolina to meet current customer needs and support any other siting needs of the team. Other projects and responsibilities may be assigned throughout the internship as needed.

Deliverables

An extensive report on opportunities to move projects through the EPC contracting process earlier and with less friction points. As well as a presentation of the information to the PD team.

Site search information, site diligence decks of viable sites and landowner contact information.

Any other projects that may arise during the internship will have a written deliverable produced.

Reporting

This position reports to Senior Director, Project Development

Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably In Energy/Land Management or equivalent; Must currently be enrolled in an MBA program

Experience:
1-3 years of work experience in project management, land development or real estate.

Technical:
Exposure or experience to the US energy and/or renewable market desirable.