Research Assistant

Offered By: 
Texas Solar Energy Society
Job Location: 
Austin
Job Location (Other): 
remotely
Job Description: 
About this job- Because we envision a world where our children will grow up in a clean, safe climate, TXSES supports bold solutions to educate and inspire every Texan to adopt solar energy as part of an equitable, 100% clean energy future. For more than four decades, TXSES has been the pre-eminent statewide organization developing free thought-leading, independent, fact-based educational materials that inspire innovation, share best practices and inform decision-makers on the critical importance of sound, favorable solar policies that will grow the industry; protect clean air; build healthy, resilient communities; support local, well-paying jobs; and lay the foundation for building a strong solar foundation for a 100% clean energy future for Texas, one community at a time. A membership-based organization, TXSES’s unique niche is exemplified in our well-established local chapters in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. Having boots on the ground in these major metropolitan cities, which represent nearly a quarter of Texas’s 29 million citizens, enables our gifted, dedicated experts to disseminate fact-based, relevant solar information. The job description includes: Fundraising and Grant Writing Campaign • Identify potential funding sources • Assist with drafting and submitting applications • Compose professional correspondence
Application Instructions: 
Application Instructions: To apply, candidates should submit cover letter, résumé, writing sample, a brief explanation about why you would like the position and work availability to pparsons@txses.org
Degree Status: 
Current Student
Contact Information: 
Patrice Parsons Executive Director Texas Solar Energy Society 210-722-7270
Type of Internship: 
Non-Profit
Comments: 
The work schedule can be flexible; however, candidates ideally must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. Skills: -Strong organizational skills -Excellent written and oral communication skills -Positive attitude as well as a willingness to learn and take direction -Personal accountability for work done -Ability to work independently
Posted By: 
Patrice Parsons
Expiration Date: 
Tuesday, April 20, 2021