Alfonso Martínez

1. What is your role at BNZ, and what does a typical day look like for you?

I’m a Business Analyst Intern in the Strategy & Transformation department. If I had to describe my routine, I’d say it’s defined by the lack of one. Every day is basically a new puzzle to solve. I’ve had to learn to switch gears quickly, I might spend one day focused on coding and the next on drafting strategic content. It’s that constant shift between the technical and the communicative that keeps it interesting.

2. What was your first impression when you walked into the office on your first day?

Honestly, my first thought was how horizontal the culture felt. From day one, I noticed that doors were open and people were incredibly approachable, regardless of their seniority. It didn’t feel like a place where you are just “the intern”, it felt like everyone’s input was valued from the start.

3. What has surprised you the most about working in renewable energy?

I think what surprised me most is the sheer complexity behind the “green label”. It’s not just about building solar plants; it’s a sector full of multi-layered challenges that require constant problem solving. But the best part is seeing that our work has a tangible impact. Unlike other industries where everything stays on a screen, here you can see how your analysis eventually translates into real infrastructure.

4. If you had to describe your experience at BNZ so far in three words, what would they be?

Challenging, versatile, impactful

5. What has been your biggest learning or personal growth since joining the team?

The biggest growth for me has definitely been the sense of ownership I’ve been given. Having the opportunity to lead my own projects from start to finish forced me to move beyond just “doing the work” and start thinking about the bigger picture. I’ve learned how to structure my thoughts more clearly and, more importantly, how to communicate my ideas. It’s one thing to solve a problem in an Excel sheet, but learning how to present that solution and get people on board has been my most valuable lesson so far.

6. What do you value most about working with your colleagues at BNZ?

What I value the most is the balance between high level expertise and genuine approachability. Being surrounded by colleagues who are at the top of their game naturally pushes me to raise my own standards every day. At the same time, there’s no ego, everyone is willing to share their knowledge and listen to new ideas.

7. How does it feel knowing that your work contributes to real renewable energy transactions?

It’s incredibly motivating because it gives the analysis a purpose. In strategy, we deal with a lot of abstractions and models but knowing that our analysis directly supports real world transactions adds an important layer of responsibility. It makes you realize that every detail matters, because the outcome isn’t just a report.