2027 Consulting Internship

Energy and Environmental Economics; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Office locations SF/NY/Boston/Calgary

Job summary

Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. (E3) invites students graduating within the year to join our San Francisco-based internship program. You will work with E3 experts on energy topics and contribute to active projects across the electricity sector.

The internship runs 8–12 weeks full time with flexible start dates in Spring, Summer or Fall, offering hands-on research experience and exposure to consulting environments.

Qualifications

• Candidates in science and engineering, economics, business, public policy, and related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
• Minimum commitment of 8–12 weeks in a full time capacity, with flexible start dates for Spring, Summer, and Fall interns.
• Successful applicants will work with E3 experts on a range of topics and contribute to active E3 projects.

Responsibilities

• Successful applicants will work with E3 experts on a range of topics. Interns will also contribute to active E3 projects.
• Please note: E3 does not sponsor visas for internship positions; candidates must have independent work authorization in the US or Canada.

Skills

Research

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Education

Science/Engineering

Economics

Business

Public Policy

Job description

About E3

Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. (E3) is a San Francisco-based economics and engineering consulting firm specializing in the electric power industry. We work with energy companies and regulators in the U.S., Canada, Africa, China, Europe, India, and the Middle East in all areas of the electricity industry: energy efficiency, renewable energy, distributed generation, electric vehicles, electric rate design, transmission, and climate change policy.

For more information about E3, see www.ethree.com.

Internship Program

The E3 Internship Program is designed to provide an opportunity for top students that will be graduating within the year, to work on emerging energy topics alongside our staff of industry experts. Candidates in science and engineering, economics, business, public policy, and related disciplines are all encouraged to apply. The program is highly selective. Ideal candidates will combine enthusiasm for their topics, academic excellence, and relevant work experience.

We require a minimum commitment of 8-12 weeks in a full time capacity, but specific beginning and end dates are flexible as we welcome Spring, Summer, and Fall Interns. Specific dates can be tailored to individual situations.

Successful applicants will work with E3 experts on a range of topics. Interns will also contribute to active E3 projects.

The main goals of the program are to:

• Provide students with the opportunity to work in a professional consulting atmosphere in which their research can be put into immediate practice


• Provide students with an opportunity to develop a research “deliverable” that they can use as the basis of future research, publications, and applications


• Provide E3 with an opportunity to work with top students who may be interested in consulting careers after graduation

Application Requirements

• Resume


• Name, position, phone, and email of at least one faculty reference


• Unofficial transcript


• Writing sample


• Completed Interview Questions

$30 - $45 an hour

Compensation

Intern compensation is commensurate with experience.

E3 Location and Logistics

Interns can work from one of our offices located in downtown San Francisco, New York City, Boston (Cambridge) or Calgary, AB Canada. Interns are expected to work during E3’s regular business hours, which are 9 am to 6 pm, and at least 3 days per week from the office. This is a full time hourly internship position.

E3 has a hybrid and flexible work environment that adapts to changing needs of projects and safety requirements. E3 thrives in a strong collaborative office-based working environment but has also adapted to the safety requirements of our employees. Must be able to work for extended hours in front of a computer screen and conduct meetings on the telephone and virtually.

Timeline

The hiring cycle in will run from September thru early 2027 with interviews taking place in January and hiring decisions finalized in February.

All interviews throughout the process are conducted virtually and typically focus on analytical and behavioral interview questions. Recruitment process for this role will consist of the initial resume/application review, and initial screen and final interview with a senior staff member.

All students graduating from their degree within the year of their application will be considered.

We are committed to ensuring timely communication throughout your process and you will be notified of your status as quickly as possible.

Please note: E3 does not provide visa sponsorship for internship positions. Candidates must have independent work authorization to work in the United States or Canada (if applying to Calgary office) for the duration of the internship.

No phone calls please.