Valuation Intern

ABOUT LIGHTSHIFT ENERGY

Founded at the beginning of 2019, Lightshift Energy 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 works with utilities and large electric consumers on sophisticated, value-maximizing approaches to energy storage and clean energy integration. Lightshift’s leadership combines decades of clean energy expertise with a commitment to accelerating the shift to a sustainable energy future through storage.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Valuation Intern will support Lightshift Energy’s pricing and valuation activities. Working within the finance team, this role offers hands-on experience in project financial modeling, transaction diligence, and structured finance within the renewable energy sector.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support pricing needs across Lightshift’s investment portfolio;

• Collaborate with finance and analytics teams on project financial modeling and pricing analysis;

• Conduct fundamental analysis of company and portfolio-level cash flow, including financial modeling and returns analysis;

• Support tax equity/debt diligence;

• Create and maintain data rooms;

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in a BA/BS or graduate program (Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field);

• Proficiency in Excel; with experience in complex financial modeling and project finance concepts;

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills;

• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills;

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and organization;

• Familiarity with Tax Equity, structured debt, and GAAP accounting preferred;

• CPA, CFA, or progress toward these designations is a plus

LOCATION

• Lightshift’s Arlington, VA headquarters

COMPENSATION

• $3,500 - $4,000 monthly