The Clean Fight: Fall/Winter Programs Internship

Who We Are

The Clean Fight is a not-for-profit business accelerator working to significantly speed the growth of the inclusive clean energy economy of New York State, and beyond. Our goal is to help fulfill the necessarily aggressive climate targets enacted by the City and State, with a growth-stage accelerator and grant programs focused on scaling the best climate tech companies from around the world. We do this by assisting with business development, corporate and investor partnerships, tailored technical support, and providing non-dilutive grants to help de-risk pilots in New York State. www.thecleanfight.com 

Underpinning our work is a focus on supporting solutions that will disproportionately impact frontline and underserved communities, supporting underrepresented founders, and ensuring that the energy transition is just and equitable. 

We are supported by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), a public benefit corporation advancing clean, resilient, and affordable energy solutions for New Yorkers and the US Department of Energy, the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Commerce. We are the NY chapter of New Energy Nexus, an international non-profit organization that strives to achieve a 100% clean energy economy for 100% of the population in the shortest time possible by supporting diverse clean energy entrepreneurs with funds, accelerators, and networks. New Energy Nexus operates programs in the US, China, India, Southeast Asia, and East Africa.

About the Role

The candidate will support the efforts of the Program team at The Clean Fight across one or more programs, which may include the Energy Storage Deployment Accelerator, Affordable Housing Deployment Accelerator, Deployment Grant Fund, and International Landing Pad.

The candidate will gain exposure to the inner workings of the organization and also take part in a variety of team meetings and strategic brainstorms. This opportunity allows the candidate to join a small team of experienced professionals who are on a mission to decarbonize New York and beyond, and create a healthier, more abundant future for all through accelerating adoption of the most promising climate solutions. Applicants can expect to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where they will develop professional skills in communication, research, writing, and project management.

The team has a hybrid working environment with an office near Rockefeller Center in midtown Manhattan. In-person work expectations are flexible and will be arranged with selected interns.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day management of The Clean Fight programs, liaising with companies, making strategic decisions, and working with our partners
• Engage in outreach efforts for The Clean Fight program(s), including market research, communication planning, and targeted outreach to potential cohort companies, customers, or partners 
• Support planning and execution of virtual and in-person events, including an Affordable Housing Summit (November 18th and 19th) and an Energy Storage Summit 

An ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for clean energy, sustainability, and innovation
• An execution-focus with a sense of urgency, solutions orientation and resourcefulness in a lean, all-hands-on-deck work environment
• Excellent communication skills; written, verbal and interpersonal 
• Advanced research and investigative skills
• Demonstrated success working independently and in team environments
• Good time-management skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Nice to have:

• Experience or background knowledge in building decarbonization and/or energy storage 
• Experience with research, outreach, and CRM tools such as Hunter.io or Hubspot 
• Experience with database and file management
• Experience with event planning, management, and execution

Commitment:

• 8-12  weeks; Start Date: ASAP (mid-late October) 
• We are also open to exploring a spring semester internship for the right candidate. Please indicate if you are interested in a January start date.
• Hybrid (we are in physical office in midtown Manhattan two days a week), NYC

Compensation:

• $16.50/hour

How to Apply

We value and celebrate diversity among our employees and in our movement. We are an equal opportunity employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, family/marital status, or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

To be considered, please submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter expressing why you’re right for the role by following this link: https://apply.workable.com/newenergynexus/j/35DFD75370/