Shepherd Advisors

Laura researched the current status of utility-scale solar market and developed resources that will be used to market knowledge of this industry to manufacturing firms.  She also performed defense market and supply chain research to aid client in identifying new manufacturing sales opportunities as part of strategy to rapidly expand business.  A third project involved conducting interviews with municipal managers on success factors and common hurdles of Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant funded projects and reported findings to municipalities across Michigan.  Laura identified opportunities for Shepherd Advisors to market consulting services to municipalities.

Internship Details

Organization Shepherd Advisors - Ann Arbor, MI
Employment Sector
Private
Student's Field of Study
Environmental Policy and Planning
Dual Degree Student? Business
Topic Areas of Internship

Clean Tech

Duration & Dates 12 weeks, starting 5/17/2010
Skills Gained

Advanced Writing Knowledge, Analytical Skills, Client Education

Duties Performed

Analyze Industry Trends, Conduct Studies/Research, Create Reports

How Student Obtained Internship Erb Institute Contact
Paid or Unpaid?
Paid