Intern, Clean Transportation Prize & Clean Mobility Prog
Intern, Clean Transportation Prize & Clean Mobility Prog.
Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume, through our Careers page online https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/About/Careers-at-NYSERDA/Jobs-at-NYSERDA-and-NY-Green-Bank/Job-Details?reqId=1444
(Applications submitted only through your school’s recruiting portal will not be considered.)
New York is leading the nation in the fight on global climate change and the transition to a clean energy-powered economy. The Climate Act has created the most aggressive climate change goals in the nation and requires an ambitious agenda that blends proven catalysts with innovative approaches while operating across a broader energy arena that is rapidly evolving. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a driving force in realizing this agenda. NYSERDA works with stakeholders that span residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that:
- Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.
- Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.
- Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW
This is a paid internship for current students at an accredited college. The pay rate is from $18 to $20 per hour (with effect from 1/2/2025) based on current class year. This internship will begin in June 2025 and continue to August 2025.
Interns must be located in New York State or an immediately adjacent state while working. It is expected that interns will follow our telework policy, with a combination of in-office and remote work. Interns work up to 18.5 hours per week during the semester, and up to 37.5 hours per week between semesters, when not attending classes.
The intern would work in the NYSERDA Clean Transportation team supporting the Clean Transportation Prize and the Clean Mobility Program. The New York Clean Transportation Prizes advance clean, electrified transportation options in disadvantaged communities in New York State, including, but not limited to, electric trucks and buses, electric cars, electric micromobility, and other mobility services. The Clean Mobility Program aims to achieve a similar goal: empowering communities as the decisionmakers in planning and implementing the zero-emission mobility solutions that overcome their unique transportation challenges.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research challenges and opportunities for multimodal planning in small to mid-size communities
- Support the implementation of the 10 Grand Prize projects from the NY Clean Transportation Prizes
- Research clean transportation programs around the country
- Research technological and financially-sustainable means to advance Clean Transportation Prize and Clean Mobility Program projects.
- Assist with the preparation of status reports and presentations
- Assist in planning for an annual for an in-person convening of all Clean Transportation Prize awardees in Fall 2025.
- Monitor Clean Transportation Prize and Clean Mobility Program progress status updates
- Prepare for the launch of a second round of solicitations for the Clean Mobility Program in summer 2025
- Perform other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Current, full-time college student, pursuing a degree in Clean Energy, Public Policy, Planning, Journalism, or another related degree.
- Skill in managing multiple activities, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Excellent skills with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
- Demonstrated ability to research primary and secondary sources.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work with limited supervision.
- Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.
Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume, through our Careers page online.
(Applications submitted only through your school’s recruiting portal will not be considered.)
Please note that during the application process, you may be prompted to opt-in to Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) scoring. This is an automatic request in the ADP system but is not a feature that is used by NYSERDA in its recruiting and hiring process. Your response will have no impact on your application to NYSERDA.