Government Market and Opportunity Research Internship

Suniva, a leading American solar cell and panel manufacturing company is seeking an intern to provide market research and opportunity monitoring. This 6 month duration, part time position requires 15 hours per week via telework. Bi-monthly, in-person review meetings will be held in proximity to the final candidate’s location.  Target start date:  9/12/2011

COMPENSATION:

Initially $8.00/hr

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provides research on federal government solar energy procurements

* Conducts daily research on pertinent solicitation announcement websites for new procurement     opportunities as well as monitoring existing solicitation progress

* Develops reports on individual opportunity research that ties together stakeholders information including company/agency level info and individual level

 * Provides tracking and updates of competitor announcements, marketing and strategy

QUALIFICATIONS:

Mature undergraduate or graduate with a demonstrated history of market and data research capabilities; Strong search engine knowledge and manipulation;  Highly organized with ability to aggregate and present disparate information in easy to comprehend structure; Ability to work independently and remotely;  Ability to perform diverse and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail; Ability to identify relationships between disparate data sources; Strong  written and oral communication skills;  Experience with Microsoft office or similar tools required; Strong preference for course work or experience in sustainability related markets; Background and demonstrated passion for clean energy a major plus.

APPLICATION:

Please send cover letter and resume to:solar.intern@verizon.net