Solar Engineering Internship Program (3-Months)
Chaberton Energy is a public benefit corporation headquartered in the greater Washington DC area. We develop sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy projects, from site conception to full operations, with a focus on distributed energy generation, community solar and commercial & industrial projects.We care deeply about the communities we serve, including our employees, landowners, farmers, neighbors, customers, regulatory agencies, development partners, investors, off-takers, and our partners. With our core values of creativity, excellence, and humanity, the Chaberton Team creates sustainable, renewable energy projects that accelerate the clean energy transition, reduce pollution, address climate change, save money for residents & businesses and lead the way for the energy transition.
As a PV Designer, Service Members will learn to thoroughly understand and execute the basic skills and processes of solar project design. Skills include but are not limited to the selection, design, environmental diligence, permitting, interconnection, and design of a pipeline of high-quality solar projects in select markets throughout the United States. Upon successful completion of the internship, he/she would have the necessary skills to operate as a solar PV Designer. When paired with additional background and experience, this internship may open the ability for additional roles such as Project Engineer, Construction Manager, Director of Development, among other roles.
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All applicants must be able to successfully complete and/or meet each of the following pre- and post-hiring requirements:- Service member or a relative of a Service member eligible for participation in the D.o.D SkillBridge program; current / active Service member preferred.- Desire to learn and aid in solar project development. - Excellent communication skills, highly organized, critical thinker, with high level of attention to detail.- Ability to work independently and as a team member; innovative mindset to operate as an important contributor within a fast-paced environment.- Undergo the interview process (including a minimum of 1 MS Teams interview and 1 in-person interview),- Pass a Background Check (supplied by Chaberton Energy),- Sign Offer Letter & Employee Obligations Agreement,- Remain compliant with active Chaberton handbooks & policies.
- Preference for individual to be located in MD, DE and / or IL- Full-time internship targeting 4-5 days per week at 35-40 hours.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 61 - 90 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway