Energy & Data Center Development Intern at Intersect · San…

Summary: Intersect is a company dedicated to innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure, recently acquired by Google to enhance data center capabilities. The Energy & Data Center Development Intern will assist in advancing clean energy and data center infrastructure opportunities through research and analysis while gaining practical skills in stakeholder communication and project evaluation. Responsibilities: - Organize and analyze project information for clean energy and data center infrastructure initiatives - Assist in evaluating greenfield and acquisition opportunities through economic, regulatory, and geospatial analysis - Help assess how land use, energy supply, and policy considerations influence development potential - Build presentations, summaries, and visual materials that communicate key findings to internal stakeholders - Translate datasets and research into clear, decision-driving insights that help teams prioritize opportunities - Support development teams with well-structured analysis that improves visibility into project status and next steps - Identify opportunities to improve internal development processes, workflows, and tracking tools - Help create more efficient ways to organize project data and support repeatable team practices - Contribute to a more effective operating environment by improving how information is collected and shared - Work independently on assigned analyses while supporting cross-functional development efforts - Partner with teammates across functions to gather inputs, refine materials, and move work forward - Bring curiosity, follow-through, and a learning mindset to new challenges and evolving priorities Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program - Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field - Academic or internship experience related to clean energy, infrastructure development, data analysis, and/or economic or environmental research - Strong analytical and organizational skills that will help you succeed in a detail-oriented, fast-paced environment - Ability to work with datasets and translate findings into useful, decision-driving insights - Experience with Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace, including Sheets, Docs, and Slides - Familiarity with GIS mapping tools; basic coding skills are a plus - Foundational understanding of clean energy development, environmental policy, sustainability trends, or related infrastructure topics - Awareness of how energy supply, land use, and state and federal regulations can shape large-scale data center development is helpful - Connections to professors, student organizations, or research groups focused on energy systems, sustainability, infrastructure, or geographic analysis will help you ramp quickly - Clear communication skills, with the ability to present analysis through organized documents, maps, and presentations - An organized, analytical work style and comfort balancing independent work with collaboration across teams - Curiosity, humility, and eagerness to learn in an environment where thoughtful questions and teamwork are valued - Alignment with Intersect's values of Equity, Humility, Authenticity, Long-run Value, and People Come First - Interest in meaningful work that supports sustainable infrastructure and the long-term clean energy transition Required Skills: Data analysis, Clean energy development, GIS mapping tools Important Skills: Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace Nice-to-Have Skills: Curiosity Benefits: Mentorship: Each intern will receive guidance from experienced professionals throughout the program, Capstone Presentation: Interns will present their final project to executive leadership at the end of the program