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Platform Operations Intern

CompanyPalmetto Clean Technology
LocationCharlotte
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide consultative support within the frontline ecosystem, execute account underwriting and document processing, and monitor compliance systems. Responsibilities also include strategizing and executing communication campaigns and knowledge management efforts.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
667
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With the belief that consumers can have it all, we are an uncompromising energy company that makes going green a no-brainer. Our award-winning platform empowers homeowners, businesses, and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple, scalable, and innovative solutions. We operate at the intersection of B2B and D2C, offering software, financial tools, and services that drive real environmental impact—without compromising value. Our Clean Energy Platform makes solar and home electrification easy to access, easy to afford, and easy to manage. The Palmetto journey: • Download our app • Switch to clean energy products including solar, HVAC, and energy storage • Finance with flexible options • See your savings in real time with energy insights We deliver flexible energy plans, real-time insights, and seamless customer experiences through offerings like our Consumer App and Marketplace, LightReach™ Solar and HVAC Subscriptions, and Asset Management tools—with more innovations on the way. How We Think We’ve always been told a cleaner future means sacrifice. Turn it down, pay more, wait forever. We don’t buy that. At Palmetto, we believe the future is abundant. We help homeowners have it all: lower energy bills, smarter homes, and a healthier planet. Who We Serve We work with homeowners, clean energy brands, and local installation partners to help them grow their impact, revenue, and customer reach. Our Community Impact • 1+ terawatt-hour of clean solar energy generated • 740,000+ tons of carbon emissions avoided • 90,000+ homes powered for a year Careers at Palmetto We’re a primarily remote company with team members across the U.S. and offices in Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC. As a triple bottom line business, we’re building a better energy future—for people and the planet.
About the Role

Company Description

Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all, we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers homeowners, businesses, and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple, scalable, and innovative solutions. Operating at the intersection of B2B and D2C, we offer software, financial products, and services that drive real environmental impact—without compromising value. We deliver end-to-end solutions for whole home electrification that put clean energy within reach for all. 

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development, career growth, and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits package—including unlimited PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, retirement plans, and more—so you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people, planet, and profit—backed by a culture that values collaboration, impact, and balance. Join us in building a brighter, cleaner world.

Department Description

Palmetto Capital is a branch of Palmetto focused on the democratization of the renewable energy and HVAC industries. We provide homeowners with financial products to benefit from solar power, energy storage systems, and home efficiency through advanced heating and cooling technologies. We empower solar and HVAC sales professionals and installation companies with access to our proprietary platform, financing, customer management system, and milestone quality control system. Our #1 focus is a phenomenal experience for our customers and partners, evidenced in our growing financial product adoption.

Location

Internships will be based in Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC.

Reporting

This intern will report into the Team Lead, Product Operations.

Summary of Role 

Palmetto is seeking a motivated and curious student to join the Platform Operations team for a summer internship. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience supporting real business initiatives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The intern will gain exposure to clean technology finance and contribute to meaningful work aligned with team priorities. This role is structured to provide practical development while delivering measurable business value.

Core Responsibilites

  • Consultative support within the frontline ecosystem
  • Disciplined execution of account underwriting & document processing
  • Monitoring and maintenance of compliance systems
  • Strategizing & executing on communication campaigns and knowledge management

Qualifications

  • Coursework or professional experience in one of the following: Customer/Technical/Sales Support, Clean Technology, Environmental Studies, or Finance
  • Enjoys working in a fast-paced rapidly changing environment
  • Servant leadership mindset
  • Problem solver with a high attention to detail
  • Strong computer skills, including a high words per minute count.Ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • Excellent communicator, both written and verbal

Preferred Background and Skills

  • BS/BA Recent or Upcoming Grads Preferred. 
  • Relevant coursework in Clean Energy, Environmental Science, or Finance preferred.
  • Spanish speaker is a plus

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

For more about our Privacy Policy, visit: https://palmetto.com/privacy-policy

Key Skills
Consultative SupportAccount UnderwritingDocument ProcessingCompliance SystemsCommunication CampaignsKnowledge ManagementProblem SolvingAttention To DetailComputer SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication
Categories
EnergyEnvironmental & SustainabilityFinance & AccountingTechnologyCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Unlimited PTOMedical coverageDental coverageVision coveragePaid parental leaveRetirement plans
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