Development Associate (Internship)

About Mid Hudson Energy Transition

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition, Inc. (MHET) is a not-for-profit community-based organization that empowers municipalities, their residents, and businesses to own and share renewable energy, create healthier buildings, and join in community wealth-building to strengthen the resilience of the Hudson Valley in the face of climate change. We engage and build on the active involvement of communities, with particular emphasis on low-income and communities of color that are being harmed first and worst by climate change.

Development Associate

Clean Energy Internship

Location(s) : Remote or Kingston, NY

Duration : 3-6 months

Hours : Flexible 15-18 hours a week for full-time students. Eligible interns not taking classes can work up to 40 hours per week.

Compensation : $22 - $25 / hour

The Organization

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition, Inc. (MHET) is a not-for-profit community-based organization that empowers municipalities, their residents, and businesses to own and share renewable energy, create healthier buildings, and join in community wealth-building to strengthen the resilience of the Hudson Valley in the face of climate change. We engage and build on the active involvement of communities, with particular emphasis on low-income communities and communities of color that are being harmed first and worst by climate change.

The Clean Energy Internship

This position reports to the Senior Development Associate. The Development Associate will support MHET's fundraising, prospect research, and donor stewardship across programs (HUG, HELP, HELP Fund, and Energy Innovation). The intern will gain hands-on experience in development operations, prospect research, grant drafting, and CRM / data tracking, while advancing MHET's mission to build community-rooted, equity-centered clean energy solutions.

Responsibilities

The Development Associate will support development and fundraising activities for community-oriented clean energy, energy justice, and decarbonization projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of energy democracy, energy justice, and environmental issues facing low-income and BIPOC communities, as well as excellent persuasive writing skills and the ability to analyze complex information.

• Research and identify funding opportunities from individuals, corporations, donor-advised funds, and foundations, with a focus on clean energy, energy justice, and decarbonization projects.
• Manage and maintain donor databases, track donations, record donor engagement, and generate reports to assess fundraising progress and donor trends.
• Assist in the implementation of MHET's fundraising plan and development policies by coordinating logistics, managing outreach, and conducting follow-ups with energy justice funders.
• Write and edit grant proposals, ensuring they clearly convey MHET's mission and highlight our commitment to energy justice, decarbonization, and community-driven clean energy solutions.
• Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of all required documents.
• Synthesize and analyze complex information, including energy, decarbonization, and environmental data, to create compelling reports and presentations for funders and partners.
• Help cultivate relationships with current and prospective energy justice donors through regular communication, including personalized emails and acknowledgment letters.
• Collaborate across departments to collect and analyze impact metrics, then work with the communications team to turn them into clear visual updates (e.g., one-pagers, dashboards, social posts) that highlight MHET's clean energy, energy justice, and decarbonization initiatives.
• Provide administrative support for fundraising activities, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improving fundraising efforts, especially in relation to energy justice and decarbonization initiatives.

Successful candidates will have :

Eligibility : To be eligible for this role, you must meet one of the following eligibility requirements :

You can identify a disadvantaged community using this link : https : / / www.nyserda.ny.gov / ny / Disadvantaged-Communities

Veterans;

Equal Opportunity Notice :

MHET is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We value the unique perspectives and contributions that a diverse workforce brings to our organization. MHET encourages individuals from underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals, to apply for this position. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that respects and values differences, and we aim to foster an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

To Apply : To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter to our Careers Page portal explaining your interest in clean energy and community engagement.

Learn more about NYSERDA's Clean Energy Internship here .

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