Energy Policy & Local Government Intern

NYSERDA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

NYSERDA in New York offers a paid internship for current undergraduate or graduate students. The pay rate ranges from $18 to $20 per hour, with a Spring 2027 start and Spring 2028 end.

Interns must be located in New York State or an adjacent state and follow a mix of in-office and remote work. As part of the Communities & Local Governments team, interns will support two high-priority initiatives and handle research, reporting, contract lifecycle tasks, and stakeholder engagement, while

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college.
• Excellent skills with the Microsoft Office suite and ability to utilize various Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP).
• Demonstrated leadership and the ability to work in collaborative environments.
• Skill in managing multiple activities, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.

Responsibilities

• Support Clean Energy Communities Program activities such as tracking program correspondence, creating participation and budgeting reports, reviewing program materials for newsletter and social media content, and administrative tasks.
• Conduct research and compile methodology on building energy efficiency improvements, energy audits, and local governments.
• Assist in contract lifecycle management.
• Contribute to engagement activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• Present regularly to the Communities & Local Governments team on ongoing research and projects.
• Support activities for the CEC Cohort Track.
• Perform other tasks as assigned in a timely manner.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel (VLOOKUP)

Leadership

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Current undergraduate or graduate student

Job description

NYSERDA in New York offers a paid internship for current undergraduate or graduate students. The pay rate ranges from $18 to $20 per hour, with a Spring 2027 start and Spring 2028 end.

Interns must be located in New York State or an adjacent state and follow a mix of in-office and remote work. As part of the Communities & Local Governments team, interns will support two high-priority initiatives and handle research, reporting, contract lifecycle tasks, and stakeholder engagement, while