Industrial Energy Efficiency Intern

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~ NEEP is a regional nonprofit that promotes the efficient use of energy in homes, buildings and industry in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states. ~

We advance cutting-edge products and practices through coordinated, whole-building efficiency programs and policies. Saving energy creates a stronger economy, a cleaner environment and a more reliable and affordable energy system. For more information on our organization visit our website.  

Internship Overview 

The Industrial Energy Efficiency Intern
position will support NEEP's regional project to accelerate the market adoption
of strategic energy management in the industrial sector. This exciting position will focus primarily
on stakeholder engagement, market research & analysis, and resource development. 

Based in Lexington, Massachusetts, this
temporary position will work 40 hours per week for the period June 2015 through
December 2015 with the possibility of going to a permanent position if
additional funding is received. This
position reports to NEEP's Senior Commercial and Industrial Advisor. 

Responsibilities 

Stakeholder
Engagement 

• Assist
  in organizing and convening working group meetings and teleconferences
• Assist
  in organizing and convening in-person workshop/Summit
• Assist
  in developing Working Group agendas, materials, notes
• Assist
  in developing Briefings and Presentations based on project activity
• Participate
  in selected regional/national webinars 

Market Research and Analysis 

• Assist in the development of a Market Assessment Report of
  Regional Industry demographics, Energy Efficiency Program landscape and energy,
  peak demand, and carbon savings estimates 

Resource Development 

• Assist
  in the development of Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Industry-Specific Strategic Energy
  Performance Resource Guide
• Assist
  in the development of Industry-Specific Regional Expert Request for
  Qualifications
• Assist
  in the development of web-based Industry-Specific Regional Expert Directory
  & Network
• Assist
  in the development of recommended best practice regulatory policies to support
  comprehensive performance-oriented industrial efficiency 

Note: The Intern may take on other tasks based
on Program needs and the Intern's interest and ability.  

Qualifications

• Candidate may be a student pursuing BA or MA,
  preferably in a related energy, environmental, public policy or business field
• Some experience in energy or environmental
  program or Industrial work
• Excellent verbal and written communications
  skills
• Ability to research technical questions and
  conduct analysis
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to take direction, work independently
  and coordinate work with others
• Proficient use of spreadsheets, word
  processing, database and internet tools
• Ability to be
  an advocate for NEEP's mission and vision  

Compensation or Course Credit: NEEP offers
compensation for this position or will work with candidates to arrange for
course credit if preferred.  

To Apply 

• Please use the email address below to send a resume, along with a cover
  letter stating where you saw this posting and outlining your interest in NEEP's
  mission, to Dave Lis, with a copy
  to Bob McTighe.
• Please
  indicate "Industrial Energy Efficiency Intern" in the subject line of your
  email. 
• No phone calls please. 

~ NEEP is committed to an
organizational culture of inclusion, diversity and equity.  We are committed to a policy of non?discrimination
and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard
to race, color, sex, age, national origin, and physical or mental
disability. 

We apply this policy to
assure non?discriminatory practices in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion,
compensation, benefits and all other activities.  It also supports our capacity to achieve our
mission to accelerate energy efficiency with broad participation across the
Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. ~

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