Project Development Co-op, BlueWave
$24 USD per hour
3 days a week in office
Renewable energy developer
Be an early applicant
Renewable energy developer
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
$24 USD per hour
3 days a week in office
101-200 employees
Company mission
To revolutionize energy with simple, powerful solutions.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking candidates who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and are based in the Boston area
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Civil Engineering, Energy Systems, Urban Planning, Business, or a related field
- Previous co-op or work experience in a related discipline
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative team environment while managing tight deadlines
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in Excel
- Self‑motivated, proactive learner who can quickly ramp up in a dynamic environment
- Creative problem‑solver with an interest in improving processes and streamlining operations
- General understanding of electrical components used in solar and storage projects
- Technical exposure to or working knowledge of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) – preferred but not required
- Experience interacting with public officials or Boards – preferred but not required
What the job involves
- The Project Development Co-op will support project development and permitting duties for solar and battery energy storage (BESS) projects
- The primary focus will be to create presentations for community meetings, review utility interconnection and state incentive applications, support communication processes with landowners, and research technical-related topics
- Daily activities will center around project pipeline support and special projects. This includes performing research and analysis on emerging solar and energy storage technical and policy related topics
- Support the development of solar and energy storage project opportunities in NY, PA, IL
- Assist in early project diligence, such as site design, GIS review, permitting research, etc
- Produce internal documentation, such as Work Orders and ACE forms for the advancement of project scopes and other budget requests
- Participate with Project Development team in tasks including interactions with engineers, contractors, landowners, permitting authorities, and customers
- Utilize document control, internal Trackers, and Salesforce to track and report on project progress
- Become familiar with all project documentation, regulatory requirements and milestones, and monitor project progress against those requirements
- Prepare internal and external documents and presentations
- Learn to provide quantitative analytical support for key project development decisions
- Please note that this is a Co-op position (September 2026 through December 2026)
Our take
The coexistence of agriculture and solar energy projects has been a longstanding issue, as both require extensive land use. Historically, this has led to conflicts over land resources and, as demand for clean energy grows, finding solutions to optimize land use for both agricultural and solar purposes becomes imperative to prevent environmental and economic trade-offs.
In response to this challenge, BlueWave has emerged, leveraging agrovoltaic projects to harmonize agricultural activities with solar energy generation. By placing solar panels above agricultural land, the company not only generates clean energy but also preserves the viability of the same farmland for grazing and crops.
This approach not only mitigates land-use conflicts but also sets a precedent for responsible resource management in the renewable energy sector. BlueWave has secured substantial funding with two impressive rounds in 2025, exemplifying its commitment to long-term success and scalability. With the support of its parent company, Axium Infrastructure, it is well-positioned to implement and expand its agrovoltaic projects.
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Company
Company benefits
- Unlimited paid time off
- Dedicated volunteer days
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Summer Fridays and 13 paid holidays
- 401k and Roth 401k option with company match
- Subsidized health, dental, and vision plans
- Life insurance and long/short-term disability
Company HQ
Prudential / St. Botolph, Boston, MA
Leadership
Trevor Hardy
(Co-Founder & CEO)Has served as the CEO of BlueWave since co-founding it over 11 years ago. Previously a Senior Director at Tishman Speyer.
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