Analyst, Investment & Acquisitions

About DESRI

DESRI is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects across the United States. They have acquired or developed approximately 13 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 85 renewable energy projects in 24 states. DESRI's culture emphasizes rigorous analytics, thoughtful risk-taking, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and continuous improvement, operating with lean, efficient teams that value open dialogue and collaboration.

About The Role

DESRI seeks a talented and highly motivated analyst to join its Investment & Acquisitions team. This team is responsible for evaluating and executing investments, acquisitions, financings, and other transactions for renewable energy and energy storage projects. The role offers the opportunity to build a strong foundation in renewable energy investing by working across the full lifecycle of DESRI’s investments, from initial underwriting and transaction analysis through financing, construction, and operations. You will work closely with senior team members and colleagues across DESRI to analyze opportunities, support transaction execution, and inform investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate project economics, investment returns, financing structures, and transaction alternatives.
• Support financial, commercial, and other due diligence, including coordinating and analyzing third-party deliverables.
• Analyze investment opportunities and help identify key risks, potential upside, and value creation opportunities.
• Support transaction leads in the structuring and execution of acquisitions, financings, and opportunistic sales.
• Assist with the negotiation and execution of definitive documentation for debt and tax equity financings.
• Analyze acquisitions and other investment opportunities across new projects and DESRI’s existing portfolio.
• Prepare investment materials and synthesize analytical findings for review by senior team members and management.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors throughout transaction processes.
• Support projects throughout development, construction, financing, and operations as investment and transaction needs arise.

Qualifications & Tech Stack

• This role is targeting a start date in Summer/Fall 2027.

• Undergraduate degree with a strong record of academic achievement.

• Relevant internship or professional experience in finance, investing, renewable energy, or a related field is beneficial.

• Strong quantitative and financial modeling skills, particularly in Excel.

• Exposure to investment analysis, transaction execution, project finance, infrastructure investing, investment banking, private equity, renewable energy, or related fields.

• Strong analytical skills and an ability to identify and clearly communicate key investment considerations, risks, and opportunities.

• Well-developed communication skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with a small team, strong organizational skills when working across multiple priorities, attention to detail, and a high level of motivation are vital.

• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy projects and/or electricity markets in the United States.

• Expected annual base salary: $100,000–$120,000.

• Compensation and benefits package includes year-end bonus, medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, paid time off, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.