Internships Board

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.

Decarbonization Program Support Intern

Abode Energy Management is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented intern to support the Energy Saver Home Loan Program (ESHLP) team this Fall.

Decarbonization Program Support Intern 

Hybrid position, ideally for a student or recent graduate located in New England 

Part-time paid Internship, August/September – December 2026. 

At Abode Energy Management (Abode), we care deeply about the work we do and the impact it has on our planet’s future. As proud members of 1% for the Planet, we back that care with action— donating at least 1% of our annual revenue to vetted environmental nonprofits. We’re a fast-growing energy efficiency program implementer in the Northeast, leading the way in electrification and heat pump adoption. 

Summary/Objective 

Abode Energy Management is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented intern to support the Energy Saver Home Loan Program (ESHLP) team this Fall. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in program support, outreach, and stakeholder engagement as part of Abode’s broader efforts to accelerate electrification across New England. This is a great opportunity to apply your communication and project management skills while making a real impact on climate action. 

Responsibilities 

Reporting to our Associate Program Manager and working closely with Abode’s decarbonization team, this position will include some or all of the following responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with team members - primarily program manager, technical consultants, and occasionally implementation team partners - to support contractor, customer and program management efforts.  
• Monitor and respond to email and phone inquiries from contractors and customers pursuing the Energy Saver Home Loan Program (ESHLP). 
• Assist in documentation management and data collection across all customer projects. 
• Collaborate with program manager to consolidate and analyze program data to meet client and internal needs. 
• Support coordination and organization of program resources to update internal and program-wide reference docs. 
• Shadow and learn from Abode subject matter experts with the aim of expanding building science related knowledge.

Qualifications 

Must-Haves: 

• Either currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a 2- or 4-year college, university, or graduate program in Rhode Island, OR be a RI resident that is attending or recently attended an out of-state college or university.
• Be accepted for participation in the RI Clean Energy Internship Program.
• Be a US citizen or authorized to work in the US.

Strong candidates for this position will bring most, if not all, of the following skills and experience: 

• A self-starter, able to proactively manage competing demands and changing schedules to complete tasks in a timely and diligent manner. Evidence of previous relevant experience (e.g. a previous internship, job or similar) would be ideal.
• Demonstrated passion for and interest in sustainability, building science or climate change.
• Clear, effective oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable with learning and navigating office-related software (e.g. Salesforce CRM, JotForm, and Microsoft Suite).
• Collaborative team player; brings a positive can-do attitude and pride in completing tasks on time and done right.

Job Details and How to Apply 

This is a temporary, non-exempt, hourly, not eligible for benefits, part-time position. The intern will be paid $18 per hour. We ask that you be able to devote 20 hours per week to this internship. You will generally work remotely but have the option to come to our Concord, MA office occasionally for meetings. You are expected to be in the office for onboarding. 

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Kenna.Lauer@AbodeEnergy.com with subject line “Application for Fall 2026 Decarbonization Intern position”. Applications will not be considered without a cover letter clearly explaining why you would be a good fit for this position. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Abode is focused on broadening opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the energy sector. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status or disability.

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NEC Solar- Outreach and Marketing Assistant - 2

Job Description:  
NEC Solar is an experienced solar installer with a growing demand and strong presence in the RI/MA Market. We 
are seeking an intern to be the face of NEC, introducing customers to our company. The intern’s role is to build 
brand recognition and awareness, reach out to potential customers, and drive consultation appointments to our Solar 
Consultant team. We are looking for someone independent and focused with an enthusiasm for customer service, 
who is dedicated to environmental preservation and the renewable energy “revolution”. Our goal is to help an intern 
learn outreach, marketing and events prep while delivering a high-quality real-life work experience in a professional 
solar installer business. We don’t need you to get us coffee, we’re powered by the sun!  
Responsibilities:  
Summer & Fall Semester REQUIRE Weekend availability. 
 Customer-facing Outreach at Farmer’s Markets, Festivals, and other tabling opportunities throughout the 12
week term; Capture customer data and generate high quality leads.   
 Research and outreach to schedule events and tabling opportunities throughout RI, MA & CT.  
 Social Media Content for a variety of outreach platforms – FB, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.  
 Market research on current solar news, technology trends, and local competition  
 Phone outreach from a list of existing electrical service Customers, and from incoming web leads 
 Set customer appointments via phone and coordinate with Solar Consultant Team schedules  
 Assist the Solar Consultant Team, and Project Management Team in any and all additional tasks as needed  
Requirements:  
 Positive Attitude – It’s the most important thing. 
 Passion and excitement for the solar industry, renewable energy and the environment 
 Resiliency: Ability to problem-solve and respond to challenges independently  
 Self-Motivation: Ability to follow task list and identify new opportunities without micro-management  
 Patience, tolerance and an open mind with regard to serving the public  
 Coursework or demonstrated interest/work experience in marketing, customer relations, and branding  
 Coursework or demonstrated interest in renewables, pollution management, PV technology  
 Current GPA of 3.0 or higher, and/or 6 months of relevant work experience in customer service  
 Must have reliable transportation and be able to transport tabling equipment, Cell phone  
 Google Suite – Docs/Sheets, etc.  
 Digital design experience with Canva, Word Doc, Google Draw or Pixlr/Photoshop  
 ANY non-English language experience is a plus! Spanish & Portuguese are preferred  
Results: 
At the end of the semester, we intend to reflect on having a higher volume of customer interactions via sales, 
appointments, and brand-building platforms on social media. We will provide the Intern with a full personal 
evaluation that will help improve their skills in the workplace moving forward, and a written recommendation that 
will help them to obtain further work experience in the renewable energy market. 

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. 

Flux Marine Marketing & Graphic Design Intern

Internships Overview

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Graphic Design Intern to support our Marketing team with brand, content, and campaign work. In this role, you will help design visual assets, create content for social media and marketing channels, and support sales and other events. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with a strong design eye who is passionate about the future of marine electrification and the blue economy. We promote a hard-working, high-reward environment as we continue to scale our operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Graphic Design: Create graphics, flyers, one-pagers, and other visual assets for marketing campaigns, sales collateral, and internal communicans.
• Social Media & Content: Help plan, produce, and edit content for social media, including photos, videos, and graphics that capture on the water sea trials, events, customer stories, and our company culture.
• Event & Brand Support: Support the sales & marketing team in planning and executing special events, trade shows, and teambuilding activities.
• Other Duties: Analyze marketing metrics, prepare reports, offer suggestions for improvement, and assist with other functions and duties related to the company’s sales and marketing efforts.

Qualifications & Experience·      

• Passion for design, branding, and storytelling
• Eperience with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or Figma
• Self-motivated work ethic with a strong eye for detail and visual consistency
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple creative projects in a fast-paced environment

Internship Details

• Location: Flux Marine is located in Bristol, RI. The Marketing & Graphic Design internship is a hybrid position that requires consistent on-site hours.
  
• Hours: Up to 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
• Duration: The fall internship will run from late August through mid-December.
  Work Environment: Our space has bright sunny offices, a dynamic R&D shop, and is a busy production facility. It is a casual and fast-paced environment where all employees are encouraged to participate in teambuilding activities both on and off the water.

Clean Energy Analyst Intern

Overview
Established in 2012, ClearlyEnergy specializes in climate policy analysis, climate program management, and software development. ClearlyEnergy, an 80% women-owned certified small business, works at the nexus of public policy and software solutions using data-driven analytics and reporting to facilitate the energy transition. We are uniquely qualified to facilitate residential and commercial building energy programs through personalized policy development and implementation support. Our projects include benchmarking and building performance standards, carbon accounting and disclosure, energy-efficient mortgages, virtual residential audits, and automated energy models. ClearlyEnergy’s suite of software solutions are designed to facilitate emissions reduction programs in a streamlined and equitable manner. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the deployment of our tool: The Building Energy Analysis Manager (BEAM)
  • Help train and onboard states and communities 
  • Develop supporting resources
  • Process assigned inquiries/tickets submitted via BEAM’s CRM online portal
  • Handle phone and email inquiries, creating tickets, and processing exemption and extension requests
  • Maintain accurate records of documents and communications with property owners/managers, their consultants, and the utilities
• Support the development and deployment of our virtual residential energy audit tool: Remotely. 
  • Develop supporting resources
  • Assist with stakeholder onboarding and outreach 
• Track policy and program developments and data to align company mission and goals 
• Conduct environmental data analysis, emission factor development, and calculation methodologies
• Support publications such as briefs, fact sheets, and one-pagers, with research, analysis, writing, and editing
• Support project management coordination and program status tracking
• Help build and maintain our client database 

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a current student pursuing B.A. or M.A., or a recent graduate, preferably in a related technology, engineering, energy, environmental, public policy, or business field 
• Interest in enacting innovation and positive societal change in the energy sector 
• Strong written and/or verbal communications skills
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and coordinate work with others
• Proficient in standard computer skills, including use of spreadsheets, word processing, database, and internet tools

Clean Energy Community Engagement and Communications Intern

Roots 2Empower seeks a Clean Energy Community Engagement and Communications Intern to support community education, outreach, and communications during the fall semester. The intern will help connect residents, clean-energy organizations, project representatives, and community partners with programs and resources related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, workforce development, and environmental justice.

• Responsibilities
  Build and maintain relationships with residents, community organizations, clean-energy partners, and local stakeholders.
• Support community outreach and education on clean energy, energy efficiency, energy affordability, renewable energy, and related workforce opportunities.
• Assist with writing, designing, and distributing newsletters and educational materials.
• Develop and schedule social media content highlighting clean-energy programs, events, resources, and employment opportunities.
• Promote workshops, community meetings, training programs, and public events.
• Identify relevant community programs, conferences, fairs, and neighborhood gatherings.
• Develop community educational workshops and facilitate independently or co-facilitate with staff. 
• Invite clean-energy project representatives and community partners to provide information or host tables at relevant programs and events.
• Assist with event planning, participant registration, outreach, setup, and community engagement.
• Maintain partner contact lists, outreach records, event calendars, and resource directories.
• Collect photographs, participant feedback, community concerns, and program highlights for communications and reporting.
• Represent Roots 2Empower professionally at community events and partner meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

• 
  Current undergraduate or graduate student in environmental studies, communications, community development, clean energy, sustainability, public policy, marketing, or a related field.
• Interest in clean energy, energy justice, environmental justice, and community engagement.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Ability to communicate technical information in clear and accessible language.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with Canva, newsletters, event promotion, or community outreach is preferred.
• Bilingual ability, particularly in Spanish, Portuguese, or Cape Verdean Creole, is valued but not required.

Learning Opportunities

The intern will gain practical experience in clean-energy education, nonprofit communications, community partnership development, event coordination, and public outreach. The intern will also learn how community-based organizations promote equitable participation in the transition to clean energy.

Work Expectations

The position requires 20 hours per week throughout the fall semester at a rate of $16 per hour. Some evening or weekend availability may be required for community programs and events.

Please email a cover letter and resume to: contact@roots2empower.info. 

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

NEC Solar -Outreach and Marketing Assistant - 1

Job Description:  
NEC Solar is an experienced solar installer with a growing demand and strong presence in the RI/MA Market. We 
are seeking an intern to be the face of NEC, introducing customers to our company. The intern’s role is to build 
brand recognition and awareness, reach out to potential customers, and drive consultation appointments to our Solar 
Consultant team. We are looking for someone independent and focused with an enthusiasm for customer service, 
who is dedicated to environmental preservation and the renewable energy “revolution”. Our goal is to help an intern 
learn outreach, marketing and events prep while delivering a high-quality real-life work experience in a professional 
solar installer business. We don’t need you to get us coffee, we’re powered by the sun!  
Responsibilities:  
Summer & Fall Semester REQUIRE Weekend availability. 
 Customer-facing Outreach at Farmer’s Markets, Festivals, and other tabling opportunities throughout the 12
week term; Capture customer data and generate high quality leads.   
 Research and outreach to schedule events and tabling opportunities throughout RI, MA & CT.  
 Social Media Content for a variety of outreach platforms – FB, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.  
 Market research on current solar news, technology trends, and local competition  
 Phone outreach from a list of existing electrical service Customers, and from incoming web leads 
 Set customer appointments via phone and coordinate with Solar Consultant Team schedules  
 Assist the Solar Consultant Team, and Project Management Team in any and all additional tasks as needed  
Requirements:  
 Positive Attitude – It’s the most important thing. 
 Passion and excitement for the solar industry, renewable energy and the environment 
 Resiliency: Ability to problem-solve and respond to challenges independently  
 Self-Motivation: Ability to follow task list and identify new opportunities without micro-management  
 Patience, tolerance and an open mind with regard to serving the public  
 Coursework or demonstrated interest/work experience in marketing, customer relations, and branding  
 Coursework or demonstrated interest in renewables, pollution management, PV technology  
 Current GPA of 3.0 or higher, and/or 6 months of relevant work experience in customer service  
 Must have reliable transportation and be able to transport tabling equipment, Cell phone  
 Google Suite – Docs/Sheets, etc.  
 Digital design experience with Canva, Word Doc, Google Draw or Pixlr/Photoshop  
 ANY non-English language experience is a plus! Spanish & Portuguese are preferred  
Results: 
At the end of the semester, we intend to reflect on having a higher volume of customer interactions via sales, 
appointments, and brand-building platforms on social media. We will provide the Intern with a full personal 
evaluation that will help improve their skills in the workplace moving forward, and a written recommendation that 
will help them to obtain further work experience in the renewable energy market.