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.
Sustainable Capital Advisors (SCA) is a strategy consulting and financial advisory firm that assists public and private sector clients in developing business and financial solutions for the sustainable infrastructure sector. Our core belief is that while our engagements involve a diversity of technologies located in geographies across the globe, the fundamentals of developing successful ventures remain unchanged. As an active market participant, we survey the entire landscape and deliver solutions that best meet our clients’ needs.
SCA is currently working on a variety of exciting projects such as: designing an integrated financing platform, developing long-term business strategies with clients for large sustainable infrastructure projects, driving climate investment strategies across the global south, advising on state-level climate incentives, 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 (renewable and energy efficiency) 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 Fellow. 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:

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.

Please refer the Job description for details