Clean Energy Business Development Intern

New York State Energy Research; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is offering a part-time Business Development Intern position in New York, NY. The internship focuses on market research, deal origination, and cross-functional collaboration within NYGB and the BDI team.

The role is for current students, with pay rates from $18 to $20 per hour and a hybrid in-office/remote arrangement. The internship runs September/October 2026 through December 18, 2026, with potential extension into Spring 2027,

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in business, economics, finance, or related field.
• Interest in clean energy, climate policy, finance, or infrastructure development.
• Strong verbal and written communication for memos and presentations.
• Analytical and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Comfort with data and internal trackers such as data entry and QA checks.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and relationships.
• Adaptable self-starter in a dynamic organization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and policy research on energy storage, clean transportation, and building electrification.
• Support deal origination and pipeline development by researching developers, technologies, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with IPM team for internal coordination and counterparty-related tasks.
• Prepare briefing materials, memos, and decks for senior leaders.
• Assist with conference/event planning, attendee research, and follow-up.

Skills

Analytical thinking

MS Excel

Written communication

Team collaboration

Data tracking

Adaptable self-starter

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing degree in business/economics/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is offering a part-time Business Development Intern position in New York, NY. The internship focuses on market research, deal origination, and cross-functional collaboration within NYGB and the BDI team.

The role is for current students, with pay rates from $18 to $20 per hour and a hybrid in-office/remote arrangement. The internship runs September/October 2026 through December 18, 2026, with potential extension into Spring 2027,