Intern, Government Affairs
Department/Division: 711 Government Affairs and Public Relations
Location: Houston, TX and/or Remote
Reports to: EVP, Government & Regulatory Affairs
Brief Description of Sunnova
Sunnova is a different kind of Power Company, offering solar and storage services to homeowners within the United States and its territories through our network of local solar dealers and solar standard community homebuilders. Our mission is powering energy independence TM and changing the energy industry. At Sunnova, we believe in achieving more by working together; our diverse workforce allows an inclusive and innovative culture to power our long-term growth. Our people focus on thinking beyond traditional limits - and to do that, we need the creativity and energy of every person.
Come be a part of the fastest growing segment of the energy industry.
The Intern, Government Affairs Position
Sunnova Energy is searching for a Government Affairs intern to be responsible for helping the Government Affairs team with research, legislative and regulatory monitoring, and to support critical projects.
Intern, Government Affairs Responsibilities
- Provides research related to energy markets, policy best practices, current policies, etc.
- Monitors legislative and regulatory hearings and dockets
- Provides support to the team on critical projects
- Drafts written comments and talking points
- Provides administrative support as needed
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or currently in pursuit of one
- 0-2 + years' related experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in or experience with clean energy policy
- Interest in or experience with government, legislative or regulatory policy
- Detail oriented, organized, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent research, writing, speaking and interpersonal skills
Working Conditions
- Open-office environment if based in Houston
Benefits
Sunnova offers a generous employee reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, healthcare flexible spending account, and 401(k) with employer match.
- Competitive compensation & annual bonus
- Paid time off, including 10 holidays and Paid Parental Leave
- Cell phone allowance for many roles
- Free access to onsite fitness center in Houston and/or discounted fitness memberships through health provider
- Complimentary garage parking in Houston
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are selected for a position, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.