Are you looking to make a sustained impact in the world through your work? Are you interested in developing solutions related to climate finance, sustainable infrastructure, community development, environmental policy, and climate justice? Are you interested in growing your professional skillset to become a better leader, creative thinker, manager, researcher, and team member? If so, come join us at Sustainable Capital Advisors as a Fellow.
SCA is currently working on a variety of exciting projects such as: developing long-term business strategies with clients for large sustainable infrastructure projects and providing transaction support, driving climate investment strategies across the global south, advising on state-level climate incentives, integrating energy efficiency/renewable energy into multifamily affordable housing developments, supporting climate-focused philanthropic organizations with strategic grant making, and assisting electric utilities with creating an integrated plan for the development of clean energy projects for customers in their respective service territories.
Additionally, our municipal infrastructure deal teams play a critical role in advancing green infrastructure nationwide. We serve as municipal advisors and partners to states and local governments, helping them strategically finance sustainable infrastructure projects. Our team works closely with public entities to structure innovative, cost-effective financing solutions that align with broader climate and equity goals, supporting the transition to resilient, low-carbon communities. SCA also brings extensive experience working with electric and gas utilities to optimize existing debt portfolios and identify opportunities for refinancing.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking talented and highly motivated individuals to join our team as a Research and Analyst Fellows. SCA’s comprehensive fellowship program will provide you with the tools and knowledge to carry you forward in your career. As a Fellow, you’ll have an opportunity to experience meaningful work in your area of interest, define your career goals, develop new skills, and build professional relationships. During this fellowship, you will work directly with senior members of the SCA team on a variety of matters. Your responsibilities may include the following:
Corporate Organization and Business Development
- Support business development efforts through activities such as profiling investors, developers, and potential off-take counterparties.
- Researching information needed for the company’s business development efforts.
- Gathering and organizing data related to trends in the sustainable infrastructure sector by technology, geography, and policy.
- Assisting in the development of client proposals and presentations.
- Researching topics as needed.
- Research, write, and edit articles and web content on a broad range of energy, environment, and policy issues for posting to social media and SCA website;
- Prepare responses to Request for Proposals (RFPs); and
- Research and draft marketing materials such as presentations, articles, and white papers.
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have a general knowledge and interest in the areas of finance, clean energy, climate change, or sustainability. In addition, a candidate should have the following qualifications and attributes:
- Must be pursuing an advanced degree in Communications, Business, Policy, Finance, or Environmental Studies.
- Must have completed Finance-related courses and/or have Finance sector experience.
- Mastery of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
- Excellent written, verbal communication, and public presentation skills.
- Ability to create analysis, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
- Ability to work in a team environment, including virtually with SCA team members and clients.
- Positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, initiative, and an ability to face and innovatively manage issues in a mature and professional manner.
- Open to feedback, with a strong desire to develop professional skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a part-time remote position (20 hours per week) that will begin as soon as the right candidate is found and conclude in May 2026. There is the possibility for the role to be extended into the summer and transition to a full-time fellowship if both parties are interested. All team members are required to keep DC office hours, and your work schedule (contingent on your class schedule) must overlap with SCA's office hours. The position provides a $275-300 weekly stipend: commensurate with experience.
Please do not call, as we will contact you regarding the status of the position. We will be accepting applications and making decisions on a rolling basis. We value diversity of all kinds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized, or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
In compliance with federal law, all persons accepted into the program will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
