Silicon Valley Photovoltaic Installer Program

Internship Opportunities
at Your Company

SolarTech is looking for PV integrators with an ability to provide state-of-the art solar installation work experience and potential future employment for interns. This opportunity is being made available through the Silicon Valley Solar Industry Driven Regional Collaborative funded by the California Community College system.

Benefits to Your Company

• Trained interns hit the ground running after completing an accelerated program in PV design and installation based upon industry standards that is offered by at San José City College and Cabrillo College.
• Students/interns are working toward an entry-level certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).
• Employer-based selection allows you to interview potential candidates for internship positions.
• Internships provide you with the opportunity to hire experienced, high-performing workers following the internship period.
• An intern coordinator at NOVA is available to support you with questions or concerns.

Compensation & Time Commitment

• Internships are fully paid by the host employer with a salary range of $13–15 per hour.
• Time commitment is 8–10 weeks beginning in late spring 2008.

How Do I Get Involved?

To host an intern or group of interns, please click the "Register" button below and complete the commitment form. You can expect to receive follow-up contact from NOVA’s intern coordinator within ten business days.

For more information about this opportunity, contact the solar internship marketing coordinator, David McFeely, at 408-972-0506 or by e-mail at dmcfeely@solartech.org. Justin Bradley, Silicon Valley Leadership Group energy director, is also available at 408-501-7852 or by e-mail at jbradley@svlg.net.

Download the Solar Internship Program Supervisor Handbook

 

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SolarTech is an industry-driven effort to create a Solar Center of Excellence in Silicon Valley. This collaboration of employers, educators, trade groups, and workforce and economic development organizations focuses on identifying, prioritizing, and resolving the complex technological, administrative, and financing challenges inherent in the delivery of PV systems. Visit SolarTech online at www.solartech.org to learn more.

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