Prep for Prep Summer Intern

Sustainable Westchester is hiring a Summer Intern for its Solar team in Mount Kisco, NY. The role involves research, data analysis, content development, and community outreach focused on solar energy adoption. Candidates must be part of the Prep for Prep internship program and demonstrate a passion for sustainability. This position offers hands-on experience in a hybrid work environment, emphasizing diversity and equal opportunity.
Sustainable Westchester delivers climate solutions to the governments, businesses, organizations, and people of Westchester County. Through its innovative programming, extensive relationships, and effective advocacy, Sustainable Westchester has been at the forefront of regional and statewide efforts to achieve a clean energy transition, conserve natural resources, promote environmental justice, and help member communities become more prosperous, healthy, resilient, and equitable. For more about the organization and its activities, please visit https://sustainablewestchester.org/.

Location: Mount Kisco, NY (Hybrid)
Reports to: Solar Team - Senior Program Manager

Sustainable Westchester is seeking an intern to support our Solar team this summer. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sustainability, policy, and community outreach while making a real impact. You must be part of the Prep for Prep internship program to apply.
Responsibilities
• Research & Analysis – Explore policies, technologies, and trends to expand solar adoption, especially in underserved communities.
• Data & Mapping – Use Excel and GIS tools to assess solar energy potential and track impact.
• Content Development – Assist with marketing materials, reports, and communications.
• Community Outreach – Support webinars, presentations, and outreach campaigns.
Qualifications
• Passion for clean energy and sustainability
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets

At Sustainable Westchester, we don’t just accept differences of background, identity, or point of view – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our work, and our community. Sustainable Westchester is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, ideology, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and organizational need.