Business Development Intern – Industrial Processing Facility Siting & DevelopmentReports to: VP of CommercializationDuration: 10 weeks, Summer 2026Position SummaryThe Business Development Intern – Industrial Processing Facility Siting & Development will explore and develop a framework for how Still Bright evaluates, selects, and advances central or regional processing facility locations. This role digs into the nuances that vary across regions — regulatory environments, municipal water partnerships, land use considerations, and permitting pathways — and synthesizes those findings into a decision-making framework that Still Bright leadership can use to assess and prioritize locations. Working closely with the VP of Commercialization and with direct exposure to the CEO, the intern will build the analytical and strategic foundation for one of the company's most important infrastructure questions.Key Responsibilities• Conduct outreach to water municipalities across key regions to understand partnership structures, regulatory requirements, and appetite for collaboration• Map relevant state and federal regulatory bodies and identify the most efficient path to compliance for central processing facilities• Research land use considerations, including differences in requirements and processes for publicly versus privately held land• Outline permitting requirements and expected timelines across key regions to inform location prioritization• Coordinate and prepare materials for executive conversations between the CEO, VP of Commercialization, and key external stakeholders• Synthesize findings into a framework for making business decisions between facility locations, accounting for regional regulatory, permitting, and partnership differencesQualifications & ExperienceCore Competencies:• Currently enrolled in an MBA program or equivalent post-bachelor degree program• Strong research and communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with regulators, municipal officials, and senior executives• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building structure in early-stage environments• Self-directed with strong instincts for prioritization and follow-throughStrongly Preferred Experience:• Background or coursework in infrastructure, energy, environmental policy, project development, or adjacent sectors• Experience coordinating across multiple external stakeholders toward a defined outcomeNice-to-Have:• Familiarity with NEPA, permitting processes, or industrial facility siting• Prior experience in an early-stage or venture-backed company• Exposure to mining, metals, or industrial technology sectors