Analyst – Investment & Acquisitions

About DESRI

DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 13 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 85 renewable energy projects in 24 states.

At DESRI, our culture is grounded in rigorous analytics and thoughtful risk-taking, with a strong emphasis on creativity, intellectual curiosity, and continuous improvement. We operate with lean teams that prioritize efficiency and minimize unnecessary bureaucracy, enabling individuals to take ownership and move quickly. We value open, constructive dialogue and believe it leads to better outcomes. Above all, we are driven to go the extra mile and support one another, fostering a collaborative environment built on accountability, integrity, and care.

About the role

DESRI seeks a talented and highly motivated analyst to join its Investment & Acquisitions team. The team is responsible for evaluating and executing investments, acquisitions, financings, and other transactions across DESRI’s portfolio of renewable energy and energy storage projects.

This role offers the opportunity to build a strong foundation in renewable energy investing by working across the full lifecycle of DESRI’s investments, from initial underwriting and transaction analysis through financing, construction, and operations. You’ll work closely with senior members of the Investment & Acquisitions team and colleagues across DESRI to analyze opportunities, support transaction execution, and inform investment decisions.

This role is intended for students graduating in Spring 2027 and looking to start in Summer/Fall 2027.

What you'll do

You’ll be responsible for building and maintaining financial models and conducting analysis to support management investment decisions, with a focus on modeling project returns, evaluating capital structures, identifying risks and potential upside, and presenting analytical findings in a clear and concise manner.

Responsibilities may include:

• Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate project economics, investment returns, financing structures, and transaction alternatives.
• Support financial, commercial, and other due diligence, including coordinating and analyzing third-party deliverables through deal processes.
• Analyze investment opportunities and help identify key risks, potential upside, and value creation opportunities.
• Support transaction leads in the structuring and execution of acquisitions, financings, and opportunistic sales.
• Assist with the negotiation and execution of definitive documentation for debt and tax equity financings.
• Analyze acquisitions and other investment opportunities across new projects and DESRI’s existing portfolio.
• Prepare investment materials and synthesize analytical findings for review by senior team members and management.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors throughout transaction processes.
• Support projects throughout development, construction, financing, and operations as investment and transaction needs arise.

Qualifications

• This role is targeting a start date in Summer/Fall 2027.
• Candidates should be graduating in Spring 2027 and have a strong record of academic achievement.
• Relevant internship or professional experience in finance, investing, renewable energy, or a related field is beneficial.
• Strong quantitative and financial modeling skills, particularly in Excel.
• Exposure to investment analysis, transaction execution, project finance, infrastructure investing, investment banking, private equity, renewable energy, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and an ability to identify and clearly communicate key investment considerations, risks, and opportunities.
• Well-developed communication skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with a small team, strong organizational skills when working across multiple priorities, attention to detail, and a high level of motivation are all vital to this role.
• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy projects and/or electricity markets in the United States.
• At DESRI, we consider a wide range of factors to determine your compensation. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, location, skills, and experience. The expected annual base salary for this position is $100,000–$120,000.
• Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.