<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Are you people-oriented and strategically minded? At the intersection of people advocacy and program operations is the person in this role! The Solar Intern will work on multiple complimentary projects from community outreach to consumer protection, all in service of our biggest equity-focused solar incentive program. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">In this full-time (~40 hours/week) role, you’ll work with SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) across operations, strategy, and consumer protection teams to clean and analyze real program data and use cases. You'll</span><span data-contrast="auto"> r</span><span data-contrast="none">esearch and compare consumer protection frameworks and audit </span><span data-contrast="auto">digital and print marketing materials from vendors for compliance with program requirements. </span><span data-contrast="none">Using this data, you will </span><span data-contrast="auto">develop (and present!) your own recommendations to support our goals for </span><span data-contrast="none">equitable and sustainable solar program deployment throughout Illinois. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Your recommendations will directly improve our customers' experiences and program effectiveness.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="auto">You'll also help customers directly by building a public-facing savings calculator. This calculator will help them understand the impact of escalation rates and total costs of PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements) and leases over standard 15- and 20-year terms.</span><span data-contrast="none"> In addition, you will create accessible, easy-to-understand graphics for our website about community solar subscriptions, leases, or PPAs, which will draw and empower potential customers. These combined resources will help customers understand why and how our solar program can benefit them, their families, and their communities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">This experience will grant you:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559685":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Real-world experience working on a statewide solar program</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Understanding of data quality and its impact on consumers</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Proficiency in data visualization, data analysis, and checking data accuracy</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">You will also gain or deepen:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Data cleaning and visualization skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="auto">Insight into solar market trends</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to collaborate across multiple functional teams with many moving pieces</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">To enable you for success, we are seeking candidates with these qualifications:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559685":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Strong research, writing, and analytical skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">While not required, we love to see candidates with experience in:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Tableau</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Python</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Consumer protection and/or customer service experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">An understanding of and/or interest in climate justice</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Compensation: </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559685":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Undergraduate student: $21/hr</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Graduate student: $24/hr</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559685":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Skills:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Data Analysis</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Customer service</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Strong written and verbal communication</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Personality Traits:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Attention to detail</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Organized</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":720,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259,"335559991":360}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Qualifications:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Intermediate skill in Excel</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Enrolled full- or part-time in an undergraduate program as a second to fourth-year student or enrolled in a graduate program</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">US Citizen or permanent resident</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Available to meet weekly full-time hours requirement between May and August 2027</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Nice to have/coachable:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></span></p><ul><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span data-contrast="none">Python and/or Tableau experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"134245418":false,"134245529":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":160}"> </span></span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">To apply, please upload your resume, 2 short essays (500 words or less each), and a work sample.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><strong>In order to be eligible for this position, you must be:<br></strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Currently enrolled full- or part-time in an undergraduate program as a second to fourth-year student or enrolled in a graduate program</span><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><em>Please note we are unable to accept applications from first-year undergraduate students or recent graduates who are not enrolled in a program</em></span></li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">A US Citizen or permanent resident</span><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><em>Please note we are unable to host international students</em></span></li></ul></li><li style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Available to meet your weekly hours requirement between May and August for Summer and between September and November for Fall</span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;">Motivated by the Energy Solutions’ mission to reduce carbon emissions with an equity lens</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif;"><em><strong>You may apply to up to 2 positions per cycle.</strong></em></span></p><h3><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><br>To apply, please submit:</span></h3><ul><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Your updated resume/CV.</span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">2 short essays that meets the criteria below.</span></li><li style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">A work sample that meets the criteria below.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><br>Your short essays must:</span></h3><ul><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Be original documents written by you. We will not accept work written by or with the assistance of ChatGPT or other AI/chatbot programs.</span></li><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Be 500 words or less each.</span></li><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Answer the following prompts:</span><ol><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Describe how you have overcome adversity and applied the lessons learned to your academic, professional, or personal life.</span></li><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;" data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Describe how the internship you apply for will enhance or help launch your career in an energy related industry.</span></li></ol></li></ul><h3><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><br>Your work sample must:</span></h3><ul><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Be an original document written by you. We will not accept work written by or with the assistance of ChatGPT or other AI/chatbot programs. You are permitted to submit a section of a larger document, including a document you wrote in collaboration with others, so long as the section you submit is entirely your own work.</span></li><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Be between 1 and 3 pages long, single or double spaced, not including sources. You may submit a document longer than 3 pages but we will not read past the 3rd page.</span></li><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Demonstrate your ability to communicate your thinking about an idea. This is vague by design; anything that you wrote—whether for a class, a job, or for personal reasons—and are proud of will probably suffice.</span></li><li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Focus on a topic important to you. The topic does not have to be related to the internship you are applying for, but if it is, all the better.</span></li></ul><h3><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong data-stringify-type="bold"> </strong></span></h3><h3><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong data-stringify-type="bold">Our Summer 2027 Internship opportunities are open until January 8, 2027 at 5:00 PM PST!</strong></span></h3><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong data-stringify-type="bold">We will not accept late applications or make exceptions regarding the criteria. </strong><strong>We reserve the right to close our applications before the deadline.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Please reach out to <a href="mailto:internships@energy-solution.com">internships@energy-solution.com</a> with any questions. Applications sent in via email <strong>or</strong> past the deadline will not be accepted.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">If you are interested in a Fall position, check back in summer. Our Fall 2026 program application cycle opened in May 2026.</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>AI Use</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience can truly shine.</span></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Background Check Information</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.</span></p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Reasonable Accommodations </strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;">Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email <a href="mailto:accommodation@energy-solution.com">accommodation@energy-solution.com</a>.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://energy-solution.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ES-Privacy-Notice-for-Job-Applicants.pdf" target="_blank">Privacy Notice for Job Applicants </a></span></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p></div>