Industrial Decarbonization Intern

Carbon Direct

3d

About The Position

We are seeking motivated energy and climate technology professionals to join our Industrial Decarbonization Intern Program in 2026. Successful candidates will support research, modeling, analysis, and writing tasks that help solve climate change through the management of physical CO2. This internship provides an opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions for reducing and removing CO2 emissions, including clean fuels, carbon capture and storage, low-carbon building materials, and engineered carbon dioxide removal technologies. Our work environment is fast-paced and collaborative, and the role may involve occasional travel. We value flexibility, curiosity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A successful candidate is a self-starter who understands the fundamentals of low-carbon energy systems, stays informed about technological developments in climate and sustainability, and is eager to contribute to scalable and equitable climate solutions.

Requirements

• Current graduate student (or recent college graduate) in engineering, chemistry, earth sciences, physics, environmental science, or a related field.
• Interest in carbon management solutions, including decarbonization and carbon removal technologies.
• Experience or coursework in one or more of the following: Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and/or Techno-Economic Assessments (TEA)
• Carbon markets (voluntary or compliance) and relevant standards
• Emissions mitigation strategies such as efficiency, electrification, carbon capture and storage, and fuel switching
• Engineered and hybrid carbon removal solutions (e.g., direct air capture, bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, mineralization)
• Industrial ecology or chemical engineering principles
• Electricity generation and grid decarbonization strategies
• Ability to synthesize findings from scientific and technical reports.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with limited supervision when necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Excel and/or analytical software (e.g., R, GIS, Tableau) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, modeling, expert interviews, and data analysis to support industrial decarbonization projects.
• Assist in research, synthesis, writing, and preparation of presentation materials as directed by team members.
• Participate in collaborative problem-solving with project teams.
• Support internal communication and coordination across teams to achieve project goals.
• Develop and contribute to clear and compelling reports, briefs, and presentations summarizing analytical insights.
• Manage deadlines through effective time management and communication with mentors and project leads.
• Get to know Carbon Direct and our science-based approach to decarbonization through 1:1, small group, departmental, and company-wide dialogues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage. See a preview of our coverage here.
• Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's
• 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement
• Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats
• Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees