ASES is currently seeking talented interns and volunteers who are enthusiastic about our mission and passionate about renewable energy.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At ASES, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. Applicants of diverse backgrounds, people of varying educational backgrounds, and those generally interested in assisting the ASES team are encouraged to apply.
*Please note that if you are an ASES Member, you can explore other ASES volunteer opportunities through our ASES Volunteer Program on the Online Community.
Internship & Volunteer Opportunities: All positions below provide a strong introduction to renewable energy as well as the operation of a non-profit organization. They typically require 5-8 hours/week, for six months, and while they are non-paid, all of these positions are eligible for university credit for those interested. We are also looking for more long-term volunteers to assist us year-round. In some cases, local outstanding position performance can lead to paid part-time positions!
Apply:
Review all of the open positions below. Interested candidates should direct their resume and cover letter to info@ases.org with the position(s) of interest included in the subject line. Want to inquire in a more casual setting? Join the discussion in the ASES Online Community!
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: ASES provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other category that is protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Communications Associate
Duties:
- Moderating Online Community forums
- Engaging regularly in all forums with members
- Updating resource libraries regularly
- Keep resources organized in the Google Drive and in the forum libraries
- Attend any related meetings if available and take notes when needed
- Content and resource creation for members
- Survey ASES members about what kind of resources they are interested in
- Assist with research and communication as it pertains to membership growth
- Other Online Community related tasks
Expectations:
- Great communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Self-driven
- Technical skills
- Experience using the Google Suite
- Highly organized
Social Media Advocate
Duties:
- Posting daily on our social accounts based off the social media calendar provided to you
- Posting daily on the ASES Online Community in the Membership & Programs forum
- Engaging with our community online (re-tweeting/posting, liking, following other pages, etc.)
- Regularly admitting people to the ASES LinkedIn Group
- Content creation on Canva (graphics for social media)
- Creating captions for posts and following current grammar/spelling guidelines
- Attend regular internship meetings
- Assisting with ASES Media Partners
- Other tasks handed to you by the ASES staff
Expectations:
- Experienced with social media platforms
- Experience using Canva
- Great written communication skills
- Attention to detail
National Solar Conference Assistant
Duties:
- Assisting with program organization on google suite
- Content creation
- Updating program information on the ASES website
- Assist with program outreach and keep outreach sheet updated
- Attend any program related meetings and take notes on these calls
- Other tasks handed to you by ASES staff
Expectations:
- Experience with the Google Suite, WordPress and Canva
- Attention to detail
- Written communication skills
- Technical skills
- Highly organized
National Solar Tour Assistant
Duties:
- Assist with program organization on the google suite
- Assist with program outreach and keep outreach sheet updated
- Content creation
- Updating program information on the ASES and NST websites
- Assist with creation of NST map and online forms
- Attend any NST related meetings and take notes on these calls
- Other tasks handed to you by ASES staff
- Develop of program marketing materials
Expectations:
- Experience with the Google Suite, WordPress and Canva
- Self-driven
- Technical skills
Data Analyst & Technical Divisions Assistant
Duties:
- Database cleanup and record merges
- Maintain contact list management
- Analyze data from membership, conference, tour and webinars
- Place and present data information in a clear and concise manner
- Attend monthly Technical Divisions meetings (first Monday of each month at 12pm MT) and take notes
- Support Division’s activity and engagement
- Work with Divisions leaders on projects
Expectations:
- Experience with Microsoft Excel
- Experience with the google suite
- Data minor/background
- Highly organized
Finance Assistant
Duties:
- Assist Finance Director in accounting and business management tasks
- Gain experience in non-profit accounting
- We prefer interns who are local to the Boulder area for this role
Expectations:
- Accounting education/background
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Highly organized
Fundraising Campaign & Grants Research Assistant
Duties:
- Solicit corporate sponsorships and find creative ways to fundraise in an increasingly online environment
- Develop/modify marketing materials (brochures, recruitment, promotional flyers, pledge forms) to promote fundraising campaigns
- Assist in identification and application of grants
- Attend any fundraising/intern related meetings when available
- Monitor proposals throughout the research, planning, drafting and submission phases
- Compose professional correspondence (letters of intent, etc.)
- Keep all fundraising web pages and events updated
Expectations:
- Experience with the Google Suite
- Self-driven
- Creative
- Technical writing skills preferred for grant writing
Membership Marketing Associate
Duties:
- Assist with payment processing & membership renewals
- Database cleanup and record merges
- Manage monthly and special mailings to member base
- Maintain contact list management
- Content creation
- Attend any related meetings and take notes when needed
- Assist with research and communication as it pertains to membership growth
- Assist with payment processing & membership renewals
- Check ASES voicemails
- Assist with monthly paper mailing
Expectations:
- Located locally in/around Boulder, CO
- Willing to commute to Boulder on a monthly basis to assist with the mailing
- Experience using Canva
- Great communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Business Minor/marketing experience preferred
Student Membership Coordinator
Duties:
- Handling all questions and information requests regarding ASES student membership.
- Maintaining and updating membership records.
- Assisting with member communication activities
- Collecting data, tracking membership statistics, and preparing reports
- Developing and implementing strategies to recruit new members
- Preparing membership marketing materials
- Developing value proposition of ASES student membership
Expectations:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to think creatively and take initiative
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Highly organized
