IT Summer Associate (Intern)

Company Description

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of more than 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com.

Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future. 

Job Description

As an IT Summer Associate at Apex, you'll dive into the world of technology and renewable energy. You won’t just be working on IT tasks; you'll be part of a vibrant team that loves to geek out on all things tech! We believe in hands-on experience, so you'll be actively involved in projects that make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

• Immerse yourself in various aspects of IT and helpdesk services – learn by doing!
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; enhance your communication skills in a professional setting.
• Play a role in system management, maintenance, and the occasional IT wizardry.
• Get hands-on with PC hardware and software installations.
• Unravel mysteries in network, software, and hardware troubleshooting.
• Participate in server maintenance and upgrades.
• Help craft and refine user and technical documentation.
• Innovate and contribute to our intranet – make your mark!
• Be the IT hero resolving tech issues for end users.
• Support our cybersecurity upgrades and be a part of our digital defense.
• Engage in special projects with the IT team – your ideas matter!

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a degree in a relevant field, or have equivalent work experience. All geeks welcome!
• Analytical mind with a knack for solving puzzles.
• Detail-oriented with a dash of perfectionism.
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments.
• Strong communicator – let's talk tech with the team and everyone else
• Ready to start in May? That's a plus!

Additional Information

• The summer associate program will run from June 2 through August 8 but we can be flexible with the start and end dates
• Hours: Full Time 
• Type:  Non-Exempt
• Paid Internship: Undergraduate, $17/Hour; Graduate, $27/Hour
• Office Location: Our Charlottesville, VA headquarters

Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.