Application Guide
How to Apply for Partner Solutions Intern
at EnergyHub
๐ข About EnergyHub
EnergyHub is at the forefront of the clean energy transition, connecting utilities with distributed energy resources like smart thermostats and EV chargers. As a remote-first company, they offer flexibility while driving meaningful impact in sustainability. Their platform manages over 70 partners, making them a key player in grid modernization.
About This Role
As a Partner Solutions Intern, you'll support the team that manages relationships with 70+ partners, ensuring smooth launches into utility programs. Your work will directly optimize partner performance and streamline operations, contributing to a more resilient and sustainable energy grid. This role offers hands-on experience in contract management, Salesforce, and cross-functional coordination.
๐ก A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with checking Salesforce for partner updates and responding to emails from Partner Solutions Managers. You could spend the morning drafting a Statement of Work for a new partner launch, then update Confluence documentation. In the afternoon, you might create a dashboard in Google Sheets to track program milestones and prepare for a coordination call with a utility partner.
๐ Application Tools
๐ฏ Who EnergyHub Is Looking For
- A current student or recent grad in business, sustainability, or a related field with strong organizational skills.
- Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets for data tracking and dashboard creation, with attention to detail.
- Excellent communicator who can draft clear Statements of Work and liaise between technical and business teams.
- Passionate about clean energy and eager to learn about distributed energy resources and utility programs.
๐ Tips for Applying to EnergyHub
Highlight any experience with Salesforce or Confluence, even from coursework or clubs, to show readiness for the tools mentioned.
In your resume, quantify organizational achievements (e.g., 'Managed 20+ vendor contracts' or 'Created dashboards tracking X metrics').
Mention specific clean energy topics you follow (e.g., virtual power plants, demand response) to demonstrate genuine enthusiasm.
Tailor your cover letter to reference EnergyHub's mission and your interest in distributed energy partnerships.
Submit earlyโinternships at clean tech companies are competitive; showing promptness reflects your organizational skills.
โ๏ธ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your passion for clean energy and how it aligns with EnergyHub's mission of empowering distributed energy.", 'Specific examples of organizational or project management skills, like coordinating a team project or managing a database.', "Your proficiency with Excel/Sheets, especially if you've used them for tracking or dashboards.", 'Your ability to communicate across teams, e.g., translating technical requirements into clear documentation.']
Generate Cover Letter โ๐ Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- โ Read EnergyHub's blog or news about their recent utility partnerships (e.g., with National Grid or Con Edison).
- โ Understand the basics of distributed energy resources (DERs) like smart thermostats, EV chargers, and solar inverters.
- โ Review how utility grid service programs work (e.g., demand response, peak shaving) and EnergyHub's role in them.
- โ Check out EnergyHub's culture on Glassdoor or LinkedIn to understand their remote work and team dynamics.
๐ฌ Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
โ ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't submit a generic cover letterโfailing to mention EnergyHub or clean energy shows lack of interest.
- Avoid overstating technical skills; be honest about your Excel/Sheets proficiency and willingness to learn Salesforce.
- Don't ignore the remote aspectโemphasize your ability to work independently and communicate asynchronously.
๐ Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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