Solar Operations Intern

About hep solar North America

hep solar is on a mission to make a difference beyond solar. Globally, we support international projects that benefit people and the planet. Locally, we give back to the communities we’re in with our time and resources. Big or small, every contribution makes the world a better place. Working at hep solar means actively contributing to the future of people on this planet. We’re shaping a better tomorrow, together. 

As an intern at hep solar, you will have the opportunity to build a career that makes a difference. 

Position Summary

The Solar O&M Business Management Intern will support the Operations & Maintenance team in the coordination, reporting, and continuous improvement of distributed generation solar operations. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience and exposure to business management practices within the renewable energy industry, including operational planning, performance tracking, issue resolution, vendor coordination, budgeting support, and process improvement initiatives. The intern will work closely with the Director of Operations and cross-functional teams to gain practical experience in day-to-day business operations, organizational and field management, and strategic decision-making within a fast-paced renewable energy environment. 

This is a hybrid role consisting of approximately 50% field-based and 50% administrative responsibilities. Field responsibilities will provide hands-on exposure to solar operations, maintenance coordination, and real-world project management activities. Administrative responsibilities may be performed remotely or in-office and will focus on leadership-oriented business functions including scheduling, KPI tracking, reporting, analytics, and operational coordination.

Primary Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Assistwith tracking and organizing solar site operational activities and maintenance schedules.  

• Support work order management, documentation control, and service record tracking.  

• Help coordinatelogisticsrelated to field activities, subcontractors, and site support needs.  

Business & Performance Analytics

• Assistwith compiling and analyzing operational performance data and KPI metrics. 

• Assistwith generating reports related to equipment uptime, production trends, maintenance response times, and operational efficiency.  

• Support data validation and business reporting initiatives.  

Project Coordination

• Participate in operational planning meetings, project status reviews, and scheduling discussions. 

• Assistwith tracking action items, schedules, deliverables, and operational priorities.  

• Support cross-functional communication betweenfield operations and the Remote Operations Center. 

Process Improvement

• Identifyopportunities for workflow improvements and operational efficiencies.  

• Assistin developing or updating standard operating procedures (SOPs), tracking tools, and reporting templates.  

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to business operations, maintenance,and asset management.  

Financial & Administrative Exposure

• Support work order and invoice tracking, budget monitoring, and cost reporting activities. 

• Assistwith vendor documentation, procurement coordination, and contract-related administrative tasks.  

• Gain exposure to operational budgeting and resource planning processes.  

Learning Objectives

This internship is intended to provide practical business management experience through direct involvement in renewable energy operations. Learningobjectivesinclude: 

• Develop an understanding of distributed generation solar operations and maintenance business functions.  

• Apply business management principles within a real-world operational environment.  

• Buildproficiencyin data analysis, KPI tracking, reporting, and operational performance evaluation.  

• Strengthen organizational, communication, leadership, and project coordination skills.  

• Gain experience supporting process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.  

• Develop an understanding of cross-functional collaboration within a technical operations organization.  

• Gain exposure to budgeting, vendor coordination, scheduling, and resource planning processes.  

• Develop professional experience with business systems, operational workflows, and strategic operational decision-making.  

Mentorship & Professional Development

• Receive direct mentorship from Operations leadership and experienced renewable energy professionals.  

• Gain exposure to operational leadership, strategic planning, and business decision-making processes.  

• Participate in collaborative problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.  

• Develop professional communication and organizational skills within a growing renewable energy organization.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in both office and field environments. 

• Currently pursuing or recentlycompleteda degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.  

• Strong organizational and communication skills.  

• Experience with spreadsheets, dashboards, reporting tools, or business systems. 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a team environment.  

• Interestin renewable energy, operations management, and business processes.  

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data analysis, reporting tools, or project coordination.  

• Familiarity with renewable energy or industrial operations environments.  

• Experience working with spreadsheets, dashboards, or business systems.  

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