About us:

BlueWave is a mission-driven clean energy developer, owner, and operator building solar and energy storage solutions that strengthen the electric grid and deliver long-term grid value.

We partner with landowners, farmers, municipalities, and investors to advance projects that support working land while expanding the benefits of affordable, reliable energy. Our approach combines thoughtful siting, dual-use development, and long-term ownership to ensure every project is built for lasting impact.

We are committed to balancing strong financial performance with positive social and environmental outcomes.

About the role:

BlueWave has an opening for a fall co-op on the Grid Integration team. This position will be responsible for assisting with interconnection activities for solar and storage projects across multiple states. The primary focus will be working with our analysts to create and manage utility interconnection applications, estimating interconnection upgrade costs, and collaborating with the Project Development & Site Acquisition teams. Daily activities will include but not be limited to project support but also strategic research and analysis on technical and policy related topics. Attention to detail and thoroughness are critical for being successful in this position.

What you'll do:

• Create, track, and manage interconnection applications for various projects
• Participate in negotiations with utilities on interconnection related topics, including scope, timeline, and costs
• Manage utilities customer portal system daily
• Maintain latest project information in BlueWave’s Salesforce trackers
• Review and draft site plans for solar and storage systems for interconnection purposes
• Coordinate with electrical consultants and in-house engineers on electrical system design
• Research utility infrastructure to inform projects
• Assist Site Acquisition and Development teams on interconnection strategy
• Coordinate with internal teams and processes for making payments
• Maintain frequent communication (formal and informal) with various utility personnel across the chain that impact BlueWave projects.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (electrical preferred), Environmental Studies, or similar.
• Fluency with Microsoft product suite
• Familiarity with Salesforce a plus
• Interpersonal skills, team player
• Ability to juggle many projects at once and manage deadlines
• Detail oriented, organized
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills (Excel)
• Knowledge of or interest in utility infrastructure is a plus
• Understanding of solar and storage project single line diagrams and layouts is a plus
• Interest in state policy, incentives and tariff implications on solar and storage projects

EEO Statement:

BlueWave is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a workplace where everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

BlueWave's People Team manages all recruiting and hiring activity. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing firms, or agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted will become the property of BlueWave, and no fees will be owed. Resumes from third-party recruiters will only be considered when a signed agreement is in place and the People Team has specifically authorized external recruiting support for the role in question.

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