Business Development Intern

Posted:
10/21/2024, 12:57:37 PM

Location(s):
Illinois, United States

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

We are looking for a dynamic Business Development Intern for our North American Acciona Energy business development team. The Business Development Intern will gain a meaningful work experience by assisting the team with our new Solar PV, Battery storage and Wind energy projects. This is a great opportunity for Juniors or Seniors to gain exposure to the renewable energy industry with potential for full-time employment after graduation.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Assist Business Development Team to move projects through green field development  , mid stage development and, and investment approval stages
  • Assist to coordinate feasibility studies and project development activities with cross functional resources, peers, and outside consultants to ensure project stays on track
  • May assist Environmental Manager to define, apply for and manage complex federal, state, and local environmental, construction, and related permits.
  • Participate in the development of market intelligence materials and reports regarding new potential  partners, project acquisition opportunities and green field opportunities
  • Learn to identify, develop and effectively communicate with existing and new relationships. These include land owners, partners, government officials, technical experts, utilities,consultants, and support community outreach efforts with stakeholders
  • Assist to prepare detailed  presentations and project analysis for presentation to key stakeholders, both internal and external.
  • Support business development team with managing project documentation for internal and external uses.
  • Coordinate with organizational departments to prepare and respond to project applications, requests for proposals, and other various opportunities related to project development
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Competencies

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Physical or Social Sciences, Engineering, Finance or related discipline
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Ability to operate at a detailed level, to prioritize, organize and multi-task, with a dedication to seeing tasks through to completion
  • Ability to read and interpret topographic and other land use maps, preferably experience with Geographic Information Systems 
  • Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.