Business Development Summer Associate (Intern)

We hire Business Development Summer Associates that are passionate about clean energy. Our Summer Associates support the utility-scale distributed resources team in all aspects of business development.  Each Summer Associate will support the team in originating renewable energy offtake opportunities and formulating proposals for the sale of energy and environmental products from our wind, solar, clean fuels, and battery storage projects. Summer Associates will support all parts of the deal process, from preparation and submission of proposals to contract negotiation and closing. They will also be tasked on a special project and will present their findings to the Business Development team and Apex executives at the end of the internship.Business Development Summer Associate candidates will be in pursuit of either an MBA or a graduate degree in a related field with an outstanding academic record. A desire to work in renewable energy is required. Candidates must have strong computer skills, including advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint.Responsibilities:Researches and presents on industry trendsGenerates reports for management as necessaryWorks with multiple teams to prepare project proposalsSupports bilateral and competitive RFP opportunities with utility, corporate, and/or government energy buyersAssists with all stages of deal work including pricing offers, term sheets, and power purchase agreementsWorks cross-functionally with finance, development, and legal, as well as with other technical expertsUpdate CRMs (Salesforce, Smartsheet) in a timely mannerPerforms other duties as assigned