Go Solar Fellow - Virtual/Remote

Our energy system is on the brink of a major transformation, and we’re looking for someone to help us ensure this new system puts rooftop solar energy at the cornerstone!

Our organization is growing, and we are looking for two (2) Go Solar Fellows to join our team for a 12-month Fellowship!

About the Fellowship

We are seeking two (2) Fellows to join our team supporting our Go Solar department. Each Fellow will primarily support one (1) region within our organizational structure:

• Heartland Region (Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia)
• West Region (Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, Texas, Nevada)

This temporary part-time employment is an opportunity open to people of all educational backgrounds and work experience levels who are U.S. or Puerto Rico residents. Fellows must utilize their own computer. This position will directly report to a Go Solar Senior Associate.

Fellows will support field staff in their day-to-day implementation of solar co-ops and other programming. This includes tracking co-op members in Salesforce, answering co-op member inquiries, maintaining content on program websites, and drafting materials for use by field and communications staff.  They will also help review and prepare solar installer bids for our co-ops and will gain familiarity with the finances and equipment of a solar installation. 

Fellows will receive college credit or an hourly wage of $17.50, with flexible work hours ranging from 15 to 20 hours per week. This role offers a fun and engaging remote work environment, with the option to work from our Washington, D.C. office near Dupont Circle. Fellows will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful and impactful projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Please include a resume with your application. A cover letter is optional; however, it can be a helpful way for you to communicate your fitness for the position if you think that may not be obvious from your resume.

Culture
Solar United Neighbors (SUN) is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit that started more than 15 years ago with a simple question. "Mom, can we go solar?" Since then, we've helped tens of thousands of people benefit from solar energy. We are dedicated to creating a clean, equitable, resilient energy system that benefits everyone — by helping people go solar, join together, and fight for their energy rights.

SUN welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with a non-traditional education. We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We arecommitted to a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every preferred qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include:
Support field staff in the day-to-day implementation of solar co-ops (60%)

• Conduct satellite roof assessments of potential co-op members 
• Create and update individual co-op webpages through WordPress
• Draft documents and materials for use by field and communications staff, including requests for proposals (RFPs).
• Update emails, informational documents, and blog posts. 
• Provide solar technical assistance by responding to inquiries, questions, and concerns of co-op participants 
• Manage and maintain co-op member records in Salesforce 
• Work with the broader organization (Growth team, Development team, Executive team) to optimize the promotion and growth of solar co-ops  
  

Support Go Solar team (40%)

• Identify improvements to solar co-op processes and materials 
• Work with broader organizational staff to implement these improvements 
• Support special initiatives, content development, training, and educational work 

Required Qualifications

• Strong research and data analysis skills
• Ability to self-manage and multi-task for both short and long-term projects
• Organized and detail oriented
• Upbeat attitude and willingness to help
• Comfortable working with Microsoft office and Google docs.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Spanish fluency
• Experience using tech platforms (Salesforce, WordPress, Slack, Asana)

We anticipate accepting applications until end of March, with the first review of candidates in the middle of March. However, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible, as we may begin interviews on a rolling basis.
Requirements
Strong research and data analysis skills
Ability to self-manage and multi-task for both short and long-term projects
Organized and detail oriented
Upbeat attitude and willingness to help
Comfortable working with Microsoft office and Google docs
Knowledge in: Computer skills
Equal Opportunity Employer
We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. SUN is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Solar United Neighbors welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQ , people with disabilities, and those with a non-traditional education.

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