Intern, Asset Operations

Silicon Ranch is a fully integrated provider of customized renewable energy, carbon, and battery storage solutions for a diverse set of partners across North America.

• We are known for putting community partnerships first, and are the only renewable energy company in the U.S. that owns and operates all of its solar ranches and has a 100% track record for successful delivery.

• We have the largest utility scale agrivoltaics portfolio in the country under Regenerative Energy®, our nationally recognized holistic approach to project design, construction, and land management. Our model incorporates regenerative ranching and other regenerative land management practices to restore livelihoods and soil health, biodiversity, and water quality.

• Through our subsidiary, Clearloop, we are able to help businesses of all sizes reclaim their carbon footprint with a direct investment in building new solar projects while also helping bring renewable energy and economic development to distressed communities.

By joining Silicon Ranch, you will be joining a team of experienced and dedicated individuals who have proven time and again that it is indeed possible to not only “make solar do more”, but to make the promise of carbon-free, renewable energy that benefits people right where it comes from a tangible, measurable, and replicable reality. 

Silicon Ranch is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Job Description

Position: Intern, Asset Operations

Location: Remote

Overview:

The Asset Operations Intern will support the development of foundational operational documentation and process standardization across the Asset Operations organization. In this role, you will partner with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team members to document workflows, create Visio process maps, and help develop the initial Level 1 / Version 1 O&M Playbook and supporting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Your work will contribute to improved consistency, efficiency, and knowledge sharing across operational functions. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the full Asset Operations organization, including O&M, Asset Management, Performance, Remote Operations, and NERC compliance activities, while helping build resources that support long-term operational excellence.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the development and documentation of the Level 1 / Version 1 Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Playbook.
• Collaborate with O&M team members and subject matter experts to gather information and document operational processes.
• Create, update, and maintain process flow diagrams using Microsoft Visio or similar process-mapping tools.
• Facilitate the review, revision, and validation of process documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assist in drafting and formatting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related operational documentation.
• Organize and maintain process documentation libraries and version control practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve process clarity, workflow efficiency, and documentation standards.
• Participate in meetings and projects that provide exposure to Asset Management, Performance, Remote Operations, and NERC-related activities.

Required Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to gather, organize, and document information from multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Visio or other process-mapping software.
• Coursework or experience related to process improvement, business operations, or project management.
• Interest in renewable energy, utility operations, asset management, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with process documentation, workflow analysis, or SOP development.
• Experience working on team projects that required collaboration, organization, and attention to detail.

Our interview process:

A typical interview process at Silicon Ranch might include the below stages. Please note that we may make changes to these steps as needed, and details will be provided to you early on in the process.

1. Introductory Interview with our recruiter
2. Hiring Manager Interview to dive into technical skills and behavioral questions
3. Panel Interview to assess cross-functional skills and dive deeper into technical skills
4. Executive Interview to answer high-level questions about SRC and the team