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AES’ people are working together to accelerate the future of energy. Our team is mission-driven and motivated by improving lives, seeking to make a lasting impact wherever we operate. Fast Company named us as one of the “Best Places to Work for Innovators”, the only US-based energy company to be recognized. This means innovation happens at every level, in every position, and in every country where we work. That’s what transformed us into the global leader in energy storage, new energy solutions and digital technologies. As a member of the AES team, you will support the company’s vision and our journey towards a carbon-free future. 

 

The Stakeholder Relations Intern will work within AES Clean Energy’s External Affairs team, learning and applying industry-leading engagement strategies in order to empower communities and advance a carbon-free future. This role will support AES’ strategic renewable energy related stakeholder engagement across the west including Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Wyoming. This role will report to the Manager of Stakeholder Relations (West). The position will work 20 hours each week.  

 

Primary Job Responsibilities: 

 

The Stakeholder Relations Intern will work with the Manager of Stakeholder Relations (West) to support the execution of state and project specific stakeholder relations strategies. Primary responsibilities include the following:  

 

• Support the development and implementation of strategic project engagement plans that align with the company’s brand positioning and support its development objectives.  

• Coordinate in-person and virtual events, including community meetings, and oversee all event-related tasks, from planning to execution.

• Create and maintain accurate records of all contacts and interactions, ensuring maintenance of stakeholder tracking.

• Research strategic partnerships within the local community, to support AES’ brand and reputation; in alignment with AES’ Social Impact Program.  

• Collecting and analyzing stakeholder feedback through various channels and entering and managing data utilizing various tools. 

• Support administrative tasks such as check requests, mailings, stakeholder meeting scheduling and managing an events and communications calendar.  

• Draft targeted external communications such as information materials, talking points, presentations, displays, social media and press releases to bolster local presence.  

• Monitor social and traditional media, including local media.  

• Other duties as assigned . 

Skills and Qualifications:  

• Undergraduate degree (completed or pursuing), preferably in external relations, business, communications or equivalent  

• Experience or interest in the renewable energy industry  

• Hands-on, hard-working team player who has a sense of ownership and is eager to support projects from a variety of angles 

• Ability to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment 

• Comfort working cross-functionally and developing consensus 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

• Willingness to learn and gain experience in communications, marketing, local governmental processes, event planning, community organizing, and the renewable energy industry 

• Global mindset and comfort with working with people from multiple different backgrounds and cultures 

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines  

• Proficient with MS Office Suite, QuickBase, Box, Microsoft Teams 

• Experience utilizing CRM systems is preferred  

• Exemplify our Values of Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together 

Safety comes first at AES. To protect the health and safety of our people, customers, communities and partners, and to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, AES requires all newly-hired people or current AES people applying for U.S.-based role(s), to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their date of hire. Except where prohibited by law or not specifically covered in a collective bargaining agreement, new hires and transfers will be required to provide proof of vaccination during onboarding and periodically thereafter. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities, as applicable.