Hybrid 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) invites applications for a part-time, paid Business Development Intern in New York, NY. The role focuses on market research, deal origination, and cross-functional collaboration within NYGB and the BDI team.

The internship runs Sept/Oct 2026 through Dec 18, 2026, with a possible extension into Spring 2027. Interns must be in NY or adjacent state and may work a mix of in-office and remote hours.

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a finance or business degree
• Interest in clean energy, climate policy, finance
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and policy research on energy storage, clean transportation and building electrification
• Support deal origination and pipeline development by researching developers and investment opportunities
• Collaborate with IPM team for coordination and counterparty activities
• Prepare briefing materials and presentations for senior leadership
• Support conference planning and post-event follow-up
• Maintain internal databases and trackers and ensure data accuracy
• Develop knowledge of clean energy finance concepts

Skills

Market research

Policy research

Communication

Data analysis

MS Excel

Organization

Education

Pursuing business/economics/finance degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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

The internship runs Sept/Oct 2026 through Dec 18, 2026, with a possible extension into Spring 2027. Interns must be in NY or adjacent state and may work a mix of in-office and remote hours.