Internships Board

Community Outreach & Marketing Intern – Renewable Energy & STEAM Education

Internship Overview
This is a part-time internship (up to 25 hours per week) with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic calendars. The position combines marketing, public outreach, and education, providing real-world experience in both community engagement and renewable energy advocacy.

Roles & Responsibilities

Community Outreach: Represent RICM at community events, libraries, recreation centers, and festivals; engage with the public to promote renewable energy awareness and STEAM programs.
Workshop Facilitation: Assist in planning and running hands-on educational workshops for youth and adults focused on renewable energy concepts (wind, solar, water) and STEAM topics.
Social Media Content Creation: Develop engaging posts, photos, and short videos for RICM’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter) to highlight events, programs, and educational content.
Marketing Support: Design simple flyers, graphics, and other promotional materials; contribute to website updates; research outreach opportunities in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Event Coordination: Assist with planning, set-up, and breakdown for tabling events, presentations, and workshops.
Research: Track renewable energy trends, local sustainability initiatives, and best practices for STEAM outreach.

Field Engineer Intern

Fast growing Rhode Island based Solar Energy Developer/Builder has an
intern opportunity for Solar/Environmental/Civil and Electrical Field Project 
Engineers to work on Development and Construction of Large Solar Farms 
throughout the Southern New England Area. Duties will include assisting 
Field Site and Field Electrical Project Managers in performing oversite to all
related site and electrical components necessary to coordinate and complete 
the construction and turnover of Solar Farm Projects to the end user. This will 
involve document control, material purchases, coordination of deliveries and 
off-loading, subcontractor oversight, scheduling, on-site labor monitoring, 
completion of daily field reports, etc. Individual to be of strong character, 
highly motivated, and willing to grow. This will be a part time intern role 
position on active job sites in Rhode Island.

Business Development Intern

Position: Business Development Intern

Location: Providence, RI

Start Date: Immediate

Employment Type: Part-Time (Full-Time Opportunity After Graduation)

Compensation: $20 per hour

In this position you will aid the development of potential new projects and projects in the development pipeline. You will contact potential clients and prepare and present solar, wind and storage proposals. You will also analyze potential clients’ electricity bills, design solar system arrays, and work with a financial model to determine the viability of the business model. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the clean energy space, be a comfortable communicator in all settings, and enjoy the challenge of start-up life.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze financial models to determine their viability
• Foster relationships with industry participants
• Participate in strategic discussions on business opportunities as they align with policy movements
• Contribute to our internal knowledge base of policy and data assets

Qualifications:

• You are passionate and open-minded about the solar industry
• You have experience working in the energy industry or demonstrated understanding of the renewable energy transition
• You are comfortable in a distributed work environment and have complete command of MS Office including significant skills in Microsoft Excel
• You enjoy working in teams, but can problem solve effectively without instruction
• You have strong oral and written communication skills

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample (maximum 2 pages) to apply.

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Stakeholder Management and Program Operations Intern

The New England Heat Pump Accelerator (NEHPA) intern is responsible for supporting the successful implementation of workforce development initiatives, with a focus on upskilling current contractors and building an employment pipeline for new entrants. The position requires coordinating stakeholder engagement, tracking participant activity, and maintaining accurate program data. This role serves as a support administrator for program participation, ensuring that contractors, distributors, and training providers are engaged throughout the program lifecycle and that participation is accurately documented. 

Quality Engineering Internship Fall/Spring 2026

Job Title: Quality Engineering Intern
Reports To: Director of Quality or Quality Engineer
Location: Warwick, RI
Internship Type: Part Time/Full-Time, Onsite
Duration: Fall 2026

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineering Intern to join our team. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to support key aspects of our Quality Management System (QMS), working alongside engineering and operations teams to uphold compliance and improve product quality. The intern will assist with document control, engineering change processes, non-conformance reporting (NCR), and quality assurance documentation. As part of VR Industries’ role in the clean energy supply chain, this intern will directly support quality activities for electronic assemblies and subsystems used in Offshore Wind and Ocean Renewable Energy applications, including control systems, monitoring equipment, and power electronics deployed in marine environments.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Assist with document control processes including engineering change orders, revision tracking, record maintenance, and release of controlled documents.

·       Support engineering teams in quality-related administrative tasks such as production data collection and process validation.

·       Participate in corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and Non-Conformance Report (NCR) processes: help log, track, and close CAPAs and NCRs in a timely and compliant manner.

·       Help analyze and segregate non-conforming materials, and coordinate follow-up actions with appropriate departments.

·       Aid in preparing, reviewing, and formatting Quality Assurance (QA) reports, metrics, and audit summaries.

·       Participate in internal audits, quality meetings, and continuous improvement activities as needed.

·       Contribute to quality planning and documentation for projects serving Offshore Wind and Ocean Renewable Energy customers, ensuring that assemblies meet rigorous reliability, traceability, and regulatory expectations typical of marine and offshore environments.

·       Support cross functional teams as directed

Qualifications:

·       Currently pursuing an associate's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or a related field.

·       Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

·       Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP or QMS systems is a plus.

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·       Interest in quality systems, regulatory compliance (ISO 9001 / ISO 13485), or manufacturing operations is preferred.

What You’ll Gain:

·       Real-world exposure to Quality Engineering and Compliance standards in a regulated manufacturing environment.

·       Experience supporting products that are integrated into Offshore Wind and Ocean Renewable Energy systems, providing insight into the unique quality and documentation requirements of marine and clean energy applications.

·       Experience working on cross-functional teams and supporting process improvement efforts.

·       Mentorship from experienced quality professionals and engineers.

Questions?

Reach out to:

vrinfo@vrindustries.com

Finance & Operations Internship

Position Overview

The Finance & Operations Intern will support cross-functional efforts across finance, operations, and project development. This position offers hands-on exposure to the renewable energy industry and the opportunity to contribute to real projects that advance the company’s mission. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn about the financial and operational aspects of solar energy development and asset management.

Key Responsibilities

·         Asset Financial Management: Build and maintain a centralized document tracking key information for each solar site, including offtake, key dates, contracts/agreements, PPA terms, lease terms, and site specifications.

·         Vendor & Customer Contacts: Build out comprehensive vendor and customer contact listings for use across the organization.

·         Financial Data Entry: Perform data entry for bills, banking transactions, and related financial records.

·         Password Management Setup: Set up and organize a company password manager to centralize and secure credential storage.

·         Operations Support: Assist with process documentation, internal reporting, and coordination across finance, engineering, and operations teams.

·         Cross-Team Collaboration: Participate in internal meetings, contributing ideas and insights to improve workflow and efficiency.

·         AI & Finance Workflow Optimization: Support the exploration and implementation of AI tools to automate and improve finance workflows, identifying opportunities to streamline data entry, reporting, and reconciliation processes.

·         Research & Project Support: Provide research and project support as needed, including other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·         Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Environmental Studies, Economics, or a related field.

·         Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (experience with Smartsheet, Salesforce, or similar tools is a plus).

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·         Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

·         Demonstrated interest in renewable energy, sustainability, or infrastructure development.

·         Interest or coursework in data analytics, artificial intelligence, or process automation is a plus.

What You’ll Gain

·         Hands-on exposure to renewable energy finance, including how solar assets are structured, financed, and managed.

·         Learn how to navigate and extract key information from complex documents like contracts, PPAs, and leases, and how to design scalable, organized systems for tracking information.

·         Mentorship and networking opportunities within a dynamic and growing team.

·         Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to real-world projects advancing clean energy deployment.

·         Experience applying AI technologies to real-world business and operational challenges in renewable energy, including exposure to data automation, predictive analytics, and workflow optimization.

Please note that we have a strong office culture at NuGen, and while we are open to some remote work, we strongly recommend candidates work primarily from our office in Providence, RI. We believe this will provide the best internship experience.

Incentives Specialist

OneGrid isn’t a corporate job—it’s a place to build. We move fast, expect results, and 
reward people who make things happen. We’re looking for individuals who are 
motivated by impact and energized by innovation.

Our job is to offer a positive, growth-oriented environment where you’ll learn 
alongside some of the best in the industry. In return, we expect strong work ethic, 
ambition, and an entrepreneurial mindset—people who are driven to create real value 
for those we serve. 

Incentive Program Management (Heavy Focus on REF) 
● Assist in tracking and maintaining an up-to-date database of state, federal, and utility-level 
solar incentives, rebates, tax credits, and grants. 
● Monitor deadlines, eligibility requirements, and program changes to ensure compliance. 
● Prepare, submit, and follow up on all incentive applications, ensuring timely processing 
and payment. 

Funds Claiming & Execution 
● Assist in executing financial claims once projects are eligible. 
● Verify customer and project information prior to submission. 
● Track payment timelines and confirm receipt of funds. 
● Generate regular reports on incentive revenue and outstanding claims.

Utility Interconnection & Metering Incentives 
● Assist in completing and tracking utility interconnection applications for customer 
projects. 
● Coordinate with utilities to meet metering incentive requirements. 
● Submit necessary documentation for utility-related incentive programs. 
● Ensure all incentive applications meet program guidelines, legal requirements, and 
company standards. 
● Maintain organized digital and physical files for all incentive documentation. 
● Update internal processes when program rules change. 

Communication & Support 
● Provide status updates to customers and internal stakeholders on incentive progress. 
● Collaborate with sales, project management, and finance teams to optimize incentive 
capture. 
● Educate staff on available incentives and program updates. 

Hours & Schedule 
● 35 Hrs/week 
● Mon-Fri 
● Minimum 1 Office day/wk (CIC - Providence)

Community-Owned Renewable Energy Research Intern

Roots 2Empower seeks a research intern to support the development of a case studies on national best practices and case studies in community-owned renewable energy. The intern will examine successful renewable-energy projects across the United States to identify ownership, financing, governance, and community-benefit models that could be adapted for Rhode Island.

The research will focus on community solar, renewable-energy cooperatives, shared battery storage, collective purchasing, and community-controlled financing. Particular attention will be given to models that benefit low-income households, renters, residents of multifamily housing, communities of color, and environmental justice communities.

Responsibilities
Conduct a literature and policy review on community-owned renewable energy.
Identify community solar, cooperative energy, and shared-storage projects across the United States.
Develop case studies of promising community-owned energy initiatives.
Compare project ownership, governance, financing, and decision-making structures.
Examine how projects reduce household energy costs and distribute financial benefits.
Assess approaches for including renters and households with limited income or credit.
Review community outreach, enrollment, and consumer-protection practices.
Identify legal, financial, regulatory, and organizational challenges.
Interview renewable-energy practitioners, cooperative leaders, policymakers, or community organizations when appropriate.
Evaluate which national practices could be adapted to Rhode Island.
Contribute to writing, editing, citations, tables, and recommendations for the white paper.
Prepare a final presentation summarizing findings and recommendations.

Solar Design Engineer Intern

Qualifications- 3rd year college engineering student.  Ability to use CAD type design programs for solar layout designs.

-Must be organized and able to complete tasks

Job Description:

Responsibilities - Engineering support and solar array designs. Working knowledge of Excel, Word and MS Office is required.

-Researching electronic communication systems

-Develop rooftop solar designs and utility required site plans- ability to read electrical schematics

-Keep tract of solar monitoring sites and reporting job parameters

Clean Energy Internship

As a Clean Energy Intern, you will leverage your passion for clean energy and sustainability to provide The RISE Group with clean energy initiatives that we can implement. 

Job Responsibilities:

You will conduct research and write summaries on emerging clean energy topics and legislation that impacts the company and RISE Engineering’s service territory.
You will assist with renewable proposal and marketing efforts, such as:
o    Assist with identifying and qualifying potential sites.

o    Draft layouts and production estimates.

o    Assist with drafting and presenting proposals.

·         You will assist with comprehensive proposal development

o    Assist with creating proposal documentation leveraging RISE’s suite of services.

·         You will support our project team with proposals for cooperative and state program qualifications.

Qualifications:

You are driven by the highest ethical standards and values
You are an excellent communicator with strong verbal and written skills and proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
You have strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
You are intellectually curious, independent problem-solving skills, and self-starting
You are highly organized; ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
You have the ability to influence people 
You are proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Passion for environmental protection and limiting climate change
Knowledge of and interest in renewable energy and energy efficiency
Ability to effectively research climate transition-related incentives at state levels

Quality Engineering Internship Fall/Spring 2026

Job Title: Quality Engineering Intern
Reports To: Director of Quality or Quality Engineer
Location: Warwick, RI
Internship Type: Part Time/Full-Time, Onsite
Duration: Fall 2026

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineering Intern to join our team. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to support key aspects of our Quality Management System (QMS), working alongside engineering and operations teams to uphold compliance and improve product quality. The intern will assist with document control, engineering change processes, non-conformance reporting (NCR), and quality assurance documentation. As part of VR Industries’ role in the clean energy supply chain, this intern will directly support quality activities for electronic assemblies and subsystems used in Offshore Wind and Ocean Renewable Energy applications, including control systems, monitoring equipment, and power electronics deployed in marine environments.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Assist with document control processes including engineering change orders, revision tracking, record maintenance, and release of controlled documents.

·       Support engineering teams in quality-related administrative tasks such as production data collection and process validation.

·       Participate in corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and Non-Conformance Report (NCR) processes: help log, track, and close CAPAs and NCRs in a timely and compliant manner.

·       Help analyze and segregate non-conforming materials, and coordinate follow-up actions with appropriate departments.

·       Aid in preparing, reviewing, and formatting Quality Assurance (QA) reports, metrics, and audit summaries.

·       Participate in internal audits, quality meetings, and continuous improvement activities as needed.

·       Contribute to quality planning and documentation for projects serving Offshore Wind and Ocean Renewable Energy customers, ensuring that assemblies meet rigorous reliability, traceability, and regulatory expectations typical of marine and offshore environments.

·       Support cross functional teams as directed

Qualifications:

·       Currently pursuing an associate's degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or a related field.

·       Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

·       Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP or QMS systems is a plus.

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·       Interest in quality systems, regulatory compliance (ISO 9001 / ISO 13485), or manufacturing operations is preferred.

What You’ll Gain:

·       Real-world exposure to Quality Engineering and Compliance standards in a regulated manufacturing environment.

·       Experience supporting products that are integrated into Offshore Wind and Ocean Renewable Energy systems, providing insight into the unique quality and documentation requirements of marine and clean energy applications.

·       Experience working on cross-functional teams and supporting process improvement efforts.

·       Mentorship from experienced quality professionals and engineers.

Questions?

Reach out to:

vrinfo@vrindustries.com