Power Resources Intern

Power Resources Intern at Ava Community Energy Power Resources Intern at Ava Community Energy in Oakland, California Posted in 8 days ago.

Job Description:

Power Resources Intern Power Resources Intern About Ava Community Energy Ava Community Energy (Ava) is a Joint Powers Authority comprising Alameda County and its incorporated areas, and the cities of Lathrop, Stockton, and Tracy. Ava's charter is to provide its customers with low carbon, cost-effective electricity that integrates innovative energy products and maximizes local benefits through the development of local solutions, ranging from increasing access to rooftop solar to supporting the adoption of electric vehicles. Culture and Commitment to Diversity Ava believes in a vibrant culture that supports and nurtures a workplace that offers every individual the opportunity to attain professional goals and contribute to accomplishing our mission. We foster a culture of open communication, responsibility, curiosity, accountability, and teamwork. We want creative problem solvers that are excited to work in an entrepreneurial environment and grow our organization! As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that is reflective of our service area's rich culture and communities. We welcome a diversity of experiences, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage people of all characteristics to apply and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type based on age, religion, color, gender identity or expression, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or creed, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or characteristics, and those with a disability as protected by federal, state and local laws. Position Summary Ava is seeking a motivated and analytical Power Resources Intern, reporting to the Sr. Analyst, Power Resources Contracts & Settlements. This role focuses on renewable energy contract management, generation tracking, and compliance-related accounting. The intern will gain direct experience working with renewable energy data, including project-level generation and Renewable Energy Credit (REC) tracking, and will support Ava's efforts to ensure accurate accounting and reporting of its clean energy portfolio. Position Details Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support tracking and analysis of renewable energy project generation data across Ava's portfolio of long-term contracts Assist with Renewable Energy Credit (REC) accounting, including validation, tracking, and reporting Help maintain datasets used for compliance reporting and internal portfolio management Perform data analysis to identify discrepancies, trends, and insights related to generation and contract performance Support development of dashboards or reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Looker Studio) to visualize portfolio data Assist with renewable energy compliance Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment with contractual requirements Conduct research on renewable energy markets, compliance frameworks, and reporting standards in California Support ad hoc analytical projects related to power resources and settlements Other duties as required Minimum Qualifications Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree as a Junior or Senior with preference to those pursuing a Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Energy, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Economics, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex datasets Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and manipulation Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Looker Studio, Tableau) preferred Interest in renewable energy generation, energy markets, and renewable energy accounting Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with large datasets Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment Prior experience or coursework related to power resources, energy markets, or renewable energy is a plus Term of the Internship This is an 8 to 10 week internship that runs from mid-June through mid-August with the expectation of 8 hours of work per day and 40 hours of work per week. Stipend The position is compensated at $35 per hour for 40 hours per week Location and Working Conditions This position will be based in Ava headquarters in Oakland, near BART. Ava's team has a hybrid approach inclusive of in-office and remote work. This role is expected to go into the office Tuesdays, Thursdays and the first Wednesday of the month. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ava is dedicated to reasonably accommodate an applicant for known physical or mental disabilities so that the applicant may participate in the application process. We will engage in a timely, good-faith interactive process with any employee with a known physical or mental disability to identify potential reasonable accommodations, if any, to enable the employee to perform the essential functions of their position. General office environment is primarily sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: standing, sitting, walking, reaching, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The noise level is usually moderate. Licenses/Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license or the ability to provide alternate transportation and a safe driving record. Working at Ava Community Energy Ava is committed to complying with applicable laws, including the Americans with Disability Act and Fair Employment and Housing Act, ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. Ava prohibits unlawful discrimination based on age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), genetic information or characteristics, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. The information contained herein has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The information also does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$35.00