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- Employment type
- Internship / apprenticeship
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Office presence
- 3 days per week
Job summary
Interns will work alongside industry experts on emerging energy topics and contribute to active consulting projects. They are expected to conduct research that can be put into immediate practice and develop a professional deliverable.
Job details
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 [http://www.ethree.com/]. Internship Program The E3 Internship Program provides an opportunity for current students to work on emerging energy topics alongside our staff of industry experts. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an academic program and remain enrolled for the academic term in which the internship takes place. Students in science and engineering, economics, business, public policy, and related disciplines are encouraged to apply. The program is highly selective. Ideal candidates will combine enthusiasm for their topics, academic excellence, and relevant work/internship 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 \n \n $30 - $45 an hour Compensation Intern compensation is commensurate with experience. \n 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.
What you’ll do
Interns will work alongside industry experts on emerging energy topics and contribute to active consulting projects. They are expected to conduct research that can be put into immediate practice and develop a professional deliverable.
Requirements
Candidates must be students graduating within the year in science, engineering, economics, business, or public policy disciplines. Applicants are required to submit a resume, transcript, writing sample, and faculty reference.
Listed skills
- Data analysis · Preferred
- Business analysis · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Economics
- Engineering
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- Distributed generation
- Electric vehicles
- Electric rate design
- Transmission
- Climate change policy
- Research
- Data analysis
- Consulting
- Public policy
- Business analysis
- Climate Policy
- Electric Power Industry
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Communication
- Distributed Generation
- Environmental Economics
- Public Policies
- Writing
- Electric Vehicles
- Enthusiasm
Job areas
- Consulting
- Energy
- Science & Research
- Engineering
- Finance & Accounting
- Consulting Intern
- Energy Analyst / Auditor
- Civil Engineering Technicians
- Energy Auditors
- Construction and Building Inspectors
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