<div>About the role: 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. Please note that this is a Co-op position (January 2027 through June 2027). We are seeking candidates who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and are based in the Boston area. This hybrid role requires being in the office at least three (3) days per week. What you'll do:<ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk" , Arial , sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Support the development of solar and energy storage project opportunities in MA </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Represent BlueWave within the Project Development team including interactions with engineers, contractors, landowners, permitting authorities, and customers </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Utilize document control, GIS tools and Salesforce to control and report on project progress </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Become familiar with all project documentation, regulatory requirements and milestones, and monitor project progress against those requirements </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Prepare internal and external documents and presentations </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Provide quantitative analytical support for key project development decisions </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Assist in land-use, permitting and site control negotiations; attend meetings with local government boards and commissions </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Assist in early project diligence, such as site design, financial modeling, etc. </li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Support BlueWave’s Grid Integration team in managing the utility interconnection process for projects under management</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk" , Arial , sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Energy Systems, Urban Planning, Business, or a related field</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Preference for candidates that have at least one previous co-op or work experience in a related discipline</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative team environment while managing tight deadlines</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in Excel</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Technical exposure to or working knowledge of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">General understanding of electrical components used in solar and storage projects</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Self‑motivated, proactive learner who can quickly ramp up in a dynamic environment</li><li style="color:rgb(32,32,34);margin:3px 0px;font-size:10pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;">Creative problem‑solver with an interest in improving processes and streamlining operations</li></ul> EEO Statement: BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. #LI-Hybrid</div>

BlueWave is a Certified B Corp on a mission to revolutionize energy with simple, powerful solar solutions. As a pioneering solar developer and leading community solar service provider, BlueWave has built more than 135 MW of solar projects to date and provides community solar access to thousands of customers. BlueWave’s innovative community solar subscriptions make it possible for homeowners, renters, small business owners, and municipalities to be part of the energy revolution. BlueWave’s cutting-edge Switch Platform enables solar asset owners and installers to conveniently manage their customers while giving those same customers an easily accessible online dashboard to sign up, manage their subscriptions, and review their account activity.

Spring 2027 Co-op, Project Development (MA)

<div>About the role: 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. Please note that this is a Co-op position (January 2027 through June 2027). We are seeking candidates who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and are based in the Boston area. This hybrid role requires being in the office at least three (3) days per week. What you'll do:<ul><li>Support the development of solar and energy storage project opportunities in MA </li><li>Represent BlueWave within the Project Development team including interactions with engineers, contractors, landowners, permitting authorities, and customers </li><li>Utilize document control, GIS tools and Salesforce to control and report on project progress </li><li>Become familiar with all project documentation, regulatory requirements and milestones, and monitor project progress against those requirements </li><li>Prepare internal and external documents and presentations </li><li>Provide quantitative analytical support for key project development decisions </li><li>Assist in land-use, permitting and site control negotiations; attend meetings with local government boards and commissions </li><li>Assist in early project diligence, such as site design, financial modeling, etc. </li><li>Support BlueWave’s Grid Integration team in managing the utility interconnection process for projects under management</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Energy Systems, Urban Planning, Business, or a related field</li><li>Preference for candidates that have at least one previous co-op or work experience in a related discipline</li><li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative team environment while managing tight deadlines</li><li>Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in Excel</li><li>Technical exposure to or working knowledge of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)</li><li>General understanding of electrical components used in solar and storage projects</li><li>Self‑motivated, proactive learner who can quickly ramp up in a dynamic environment</li><li>Creative problem‑solver with an interest in improving processes and streamlining operations</li></ul> EEO Statement: BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. #LI-Hybrid</div>

Spring 2027 Co-op, Project Development (MA)

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