Solar One Energy Connections Intern- New York, NY

Organization: Solar One Energy Connections

Job Title: Intern

Location: New York, NY

Hours and Compensation: $15/hr, 10-15 hrs/wk

Application Deadline: Jan 28th, or until position filled

Posted on: Jan 21st

Description

The S1EC Intern will be assisting primarily with two initiatives: Clean Energy Connections, a live event series and online forum for NYC’s clean tech community and Energy Infotech, a new initiative to increase IT and clean energy collaboration. The Intern will provide support for program administration, communications, public events, community outreach, website maintenance, and social media marketing. This is a great entry-level/student opportunity in the clean energy industry, with extensive exposure to New York City’s energy efficiency, renewable energy, and cleantech sectors. The ideal candidate will be energetic; creative; very well organized; an excellent writer; and able to exercise independent judgment, learn new skills, and work as a member of a fast-paced team. We welcome graduate student or upper-level undergraduate student applicants.

Responsibilities

1. Provide program administration support for Clean Energy Connections and Energy Infotech initiatives. This would include providing logistical support for meetings, doing topic research, inputting data, etc.
2. Assist in event coordinationfor major educational programs we produce. Responsibilities in this role could include coordinating set-up and break down, registration, refreshments, and volunteers.
3. Provide support through coordinating, updating, and producing print materials and web content.
4. Help update social media and website content.
5. Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems and databases, including data entry
6. Outreach for events and programs
7. General administrative support

Qualifications/Skills

1. Relevant professional experience (job/internship/volunteer) required
2. Excellent written and oral communications skills leading to ability to work well with people of varying backgrounds
3. Strong interpersonal skills and be detail oriented
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks
5. Ability to work accurately and with composure under deadline pressure
6. High degree of proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, the Internet, social media, and electronic communication
7. High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint
8. Familiarity with graphic and web design software (such as Adobe Creative Suite applications)- higher levels of proficiency a plus
9. Familiarity with website updating and management. Experience with WordPress a plus
10. Availability for occasional night/weekend work
11. Interest in and knowledge of energy, environmental, and community development issues

How to Apply:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “EC Program Intern” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until January 28, 2011 or until the position is filled. Please no phone inquiries.