Utility Proposal Development Intern at Sunpower Corp.

What We Do:

The solar electric industry is an exciting and rapidly growing business,
providing excellent career opportunities and the great satisfaction of
having a positive impact on the environment. SunPower Corp. designs,
manufactures and markets high-performance solar electric technology
worldwide. SunPower's high-efficiency solar cells and panels generate up
to 50 percent more power per unit area than conventional solar
technologies. SunPower is also a leading global provider of large-scale
solar power systems, with well over 100 megawatts installed. For more
information on SunPower please visit the SunPower website at
www.sunpowercorp.com

Summary:

We are seeking an Utility Proposal Development Intern to assist with
preparing proposals for the development of Utility-Scale Solar Power
Plants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other
duties may be assigned.

Assist in generating comprehensive proposals based on client
specifications, site conditions, policy considerations, competitive
landscape, and strategies provided by members of the SunPower's Utility
Sales Team.

* Research candidate sites for project feasibility, using public sources to determine factors like parcel ownership, zoning, and current land use
* Analyze possible competitors and partners
* Identify local policy and development requirements which may affect project
* Form working relationships with other SunPower departments, including Project Management and Finance, to gather requested information for proposals.
* Create proposal content under the guidance of the Sales Team

Education and Experience:
* Pursuing a Master's at a top-tier institution, or Bachelor's with minimally Junior status
* Coursework in Land Development and Policy preferred
* Coursework in Energy Policy and/or Technology useful

Essential Skills:
* Superior web research skills
* Excellent oral and written presentation skills
* Meticulous attention to details
* Self Starter with a burning desire to learn
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing time demands
* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth

Desirable Skills:

* Proposal writing experience
* Familiarity with GIS

Location & Timing:

This position will be based at SunPower's Systems unit at the
newly-rehabilitated historical Ford Assembly Plant near Point Richmond,
CA. The facility is assessable by the waterfront Bay Trail and by BART
via a free shuttle.

Internship period will be now through June. Full time (40 hours / week)
preferred, but willing to consider part-time for the perfect candidate.

To apply, contact Philip.Li@sunpowercorp.com