Energy Excelerator Fellowships - RISE

The Kupu RISE Program, in partnership with Energy Excelerator, is hiring a RISE Fellow to support Ibis Networks. (an analytics and software energy storage company  and member Energy Excelerator cohort) with their Hawaii operations to support a balanced electrical grid and assist businesses in managing their energy efficiency goals.

What is RISE?

RISE is one of the (4) core programs of Kupu, a 501c3 non-profit that aims to empower  young adults to serve their communities through character building, service learning, and environmental stewardship. RISE is a professional development program of Kupu and is focused on building the skillset of higher education students and recent graduates through paid, mentored work experiences in the sustainability sector. These positions are held in collaboration with private, government, and non-profit organizations throughout Hawaii and are dually focused on moving sustainability forward while building an empowered and capable green workforce in Hawaii. Find out more at www.riseHI.org.

Project Partnership

Energy Excelerator believes in the power of innovation to help us solve the world’s energy challenges, starting in Hawaii. Their program offers an accelerated pathway to help innovation companies navigate markets in Hawaii and the Asia Pacific. Theysupport companies with funding and strategic relationships in an ideal economic environment that catalyzes their long-term growth. Beyond ideal economic conditions, funding, and strategic relationships, they are building a community around our startups. 

Position Overview

Start Date: Week of May 23, 2016

End Date: 12 months from start date (estimated May 2017)

Application Deadline: See website for details

Position Location: Honolulu, HI

Hours: 15 hrs/week; schedule can be set on an individual basis within 

Salary: $15/hr

Benefits: 2 weeks unpaid vacation (dates negotiable)

May be required to work from the Kupu office (in Kakaako), partner offices, various project sites or from a virtual office state hours with approval from your supervisor(s)

RISE Fellow Duties and Responsibilities

The RISE Fellow will work closely with Energy Excelerator Partners and the RISE Program Manger to complete the following activities by type:

 Systems Management and Support (50%)

 Physical installations for clients

 Customer support, including support for product software

 Monitor system performance

 Support systems engineering needs

 Data Analysis and Reporting (20%)

 Track, analyze and report out on system performance

 Operational Duties as Assigned (20%)

 Complete other duties as assigned by mangers

 S3 (10%)

 Attend a seminar series throughout employment that consists of reading/writing, workshops, community outreach events, field trips, speakers, and other learning opportunities.

o Assist in the conception and implementation of seminar series events as assigned, desired, and available.

o This includes professional development meetings with project mentor.

o Note: The seminar series is intended to compliment work tasks, and may only be attended upon the successful completion of primary work deliverables.

RISE Program Qualifications

To be eligible candidates for the RISE Program must meet the following criteria

1. Available to start the fellowship the week of May 23, 2016 and commit to the fellowship for 12 months

2. A demonstrated need for the 1:1 mentorship, soft skills training, and other career development aspects of the RISE Program

3. A willingness to learn and focus on professional growth while in the RISE Program

4. Motivation, passion and awareness for local sustainability issues and solutions

5. Able to conduct him/herself in a professional manner

6. College-level written and oral communication skills

7. Ability to follow directions with attention to detail

Project Specific Skills and Qualifications (Required)

 Able to collect, assess, and present data

 Able to synthesize different types of information, draw conclusions, and present results in clear and concise ways to a variety of audiences

 An understanding of/or ability to learn about energy management software and grid efficiency 

 An ability to present information to and engage potential clients

 Understands key sustainability concepts and real world applications

 Able to use Word, Excel, and Google Drive

 Able to conduct advanced research

 Ability to critically think through the necessary steps of a project

 Ability to recognize and address project challenges and needs

 Ability to develop a plan based on the vision and direction of project partners 

 Organized with an attention to detail

 Works effectively and appropriately with project team

 Flexible, able to deal with necessary developments in project direction and 

 Business writing and presentation experience

 Some technical understanding/aptitude

The RISE Fellow is preferred to be/have:

 An undergraduate or graduate degree (or working towards a degree) in marketing, business, sustainability studies, or an interdisciplinary degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

 Some work experience (paid or volunteer) in conservation, ecology, or environmental projects

How to Apply

Please complete the application form at: https://kupuhawaii.wufoo.com/forms/w14j8vza1qv9q45/

The application will require you to submit the following application materials in the form of ONE attachment (either as a word document or PDF) before midnight on May 18, 2016:

 Cover letter

 Resume

 Writing sample (2-3 pages in length; excerpts are accepted). Writing samples do not need to be original material created for the application process. 

Applicants may submit previously drafted professional, academic, or extra-curricular assignments. It is preferable, but not required, that your writing sample demonstrate your knowledge of the fellowship topic.