Energy and Sustainability Intern

Ameresco•Oak Brook, IL

8d•$23 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers. Position Overview: Ameresco has an opportunity for an Energy & Sustainability Intern to join Ameresco’s Central Region Project Development Team on a hybrid schedule, based in Oak Brook, Illinois. This is a paid internship (20- 35 hours per week) scheduled for June - August.

Requirements

Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering with an interest in Energy and/or Sustainability.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to gather, validate, and analyze quantitative data and information.
Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills required.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Engineers to provide project support for development, design, construction, and post-construction activities.
Provide assistance with energy assessments including baseline profiles, end-use, and retrofit analysis.
Analyze utility bill data and sub-meter data for buildings or for building systems.
Assist with the assessment of project requirements to evaluate opportunities for energy efficiency.
Analyze and document building, mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing systems.
Investigate, analyze, and document energy conservation and water cost reduction measures.
Prepare technical content, proposals, analysis, feasibility reports and provide critical peer review.
Foster effective and positive business relationships with all parties throughout project phases.
Perform other duties as required.