Project Development Intern
Washington DC Metro Area
About Lightshift Energy:
Founded at the beginning of 2019, Lightshift Energy (formerly Delorean Power) focuses on the development, design, financing, construction, ownership and operations of utility-scale energy storage projects in the US. Large-scale batteries allow our customers to save costs, operate the grid more reliably, and balance variations in wind and solar production. Located in Arlington, VA, Lightshift Energy works with utilities and large electric consumers on sophisticated, value-maximizing approaches to energy storage and clean energy integration. Lightshift Energy’s leadership combines decades of clean energy expertise with a commitment to accelerating the shift to a sustainable energy future through storage.
Description of Role:
The Project Development Intern will be an integral member of Lightshift’s team, providing strategic support to the founders with a focus on utility-scale energy storage project origination.
Core responsibilities will include:
Identifying viable project sites and assisting with land acquisition activities;
Assist with executing development activities to progress projects through the project development lifecycle;
Supporting the management of federal, state and local permitting challenges as/when they arise;
Helping to prepare for stakeholder meetings throughout the project development process;
Supporting the process of obtaining interconnection rights for projects;
Performing market research and analytics work that supports the further growth of Lightshift’s project development pipeline;
Working with the Head of Market Development to identify new development campaign opportunities;
Prepare and present a new development strategy business case (Capstone Project) to Lightshift senior leadership prior to internship completion.
Intern may also be requested to assist with general administrative and management support functions to enhance operations at Lightshift Energy.
The ideal candidate will have (1) project management skills to oversee project development efforts; (2) a strong track record of managing multiple, time-sensitive deliverables in parallel; (3) working knowledge of energy markets; and (4) a collaborative attitude and desire to help as needed to assist with our company’s growth plans.
Qualifications:
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (both written and oral);
Demonstrated project management skills;
Willingness to travel as needed in support of project needs;
Pursuit of at least a BA/BS in business, finance, renewable energy or related degree desired.
Location:
Candidate will perform job responsibilities out of Lightshift’s Arlington, VA headquarters.