Solar Community Outreach Paid Internship
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware; GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 350 and growing!
What it's like at GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports the learning, growth, and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must participate in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
The Opportunity...
- Help implement outreach strategies via canvassing and community engagement to increase the number of LMI clients served in the Denver Metro area and surrounding areas.
- Help promote community awareness of GRID Alternatives’ work and mission by researching, attending, and potentially speaking at community events, tabling, and meetings.
- Assist outreach team with program awareness (including but not limited to residential rooftop programs and workforce development programs)
- Other job duties as assigned: may include office administrative work, data entry, file management, answering homeowner questions, talking to media and generally participating in activities necessary to make solar happen for low-income families
- Assist the Outreach department in meeting/exceeding annual goals, including development and fundraising activities
- Supporting the Outreach team with program marketing efforts for solar installation, workforce development, and clean mobility programs.
What you need to bring to this role…
- Availability for a 3-month commitment, 40 hours a week
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in diverse settings: outdoors, community spaces and events, installation sites, etc.
- Ability to relate to and respect diverse populations (including, but not limited to LMI, BIPOC, justice-involved, unhoused, etc.)
- Interest in and enthusiasm for renewable energy, community development, green jobs, and/or uplifting families and communities that have been historically underserved
- Flexibility and willingness to embrace change, go the extra mile, and bring ideas and energy to a rapidly evolving organization
- MUST live in the Denver metro area
- Some experience with computers and MS Office; G-Suite, and Salesforce platforms a plus
- MUST hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and have reliable transportation to and from work, including the GRID CO office and/or various build locations across counties.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English required
- Comfortable with public speaking and making presentations in English and Spanish
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal/written, ability to meet with partner organizations, and be a positive ambassador for GRID Alternatives)
It would be great if you also had…
- Previous volunteer experience or Outreach experience
- Previous customer service, sales, or public-facing experience
- Professional or lived experience with BIPOC communities and understanding of Denver's (and neighboring counties’) cultural demographics.
- Some knowledge of solar energy and energy-conservation practices (or a strong willingness to learn!)
- Experience serving LMI communities and non-traditional students with diverse backgrounds including BIPOC, LMI, justice-involved, unhoused, etc.
Where you will sit & the places you may go…
GRID Alternatives provides vehicles for work travel, and due to current COVID-19 guidelines, we may also require limited personal vehicle use. In the latter instance, GRID will provide travel reimbursement for work-related personal vehicle use in accordance with our payroll schedule and policies. Additionally, all applicants will need a valid driver’s license and good driving record to be considered.
Let's Talk Money!
This is a PAID 90 day internship position. Hourly pay is $19.50.
Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives!
