(Associate/Undergraduate) Intern - Carbon Management and Large Energy Systems
About The Position
The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is seeking two student interns to support its collaboration with the Kern Community College District’s California Renewable Energy Laboratory (CREL). Interns will work with researchers in the Strategic Energy Analysis Center on applied research and educational activities related to carbon management, bio-based products, industrial energy systems, and large energy-load systems. The Strategic Energy Analysis Center (SEAC) aims to increase understanding of energy policies, markets, resources, technologies, and infrastructure to address U.S. economic, security, and environmental priorities. The two positions may support different combinations of research analysis, education, and curriculum-development activities. Specific project scopes will be determined in collaboration with the assigned NLR researchers based on project needs and the interns’ backgrounds and interests.
Requirements
- Associate: Minimum of a 2.7 cumulative grade point average. Currently enrolled in an accredited associate degree program (community college or technical college) in a related field of study. Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Undergraduate: Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.
- Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months, with minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited associate or bachelor’s degree program in engineering, environmental science, chemistry, energy systems, data science, applied mathematics, economics, or a related field
- Interest in energy systems, sustainability, applied research, or technical education
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong written communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
- Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.
- If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.
- Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Nice To Haves
- Experience conducting literature reviews or organizing technical information (Bachelor-level applicants only)
- Relevant coursework in engineering, science, statistics, economics, or energy systems
- Familiarity with spreadsheet analysis, data visualization, or technical documentation
- Experience preparing basic technical reports, presentations, or educational materials
- Interest in bio-based products, industrial systems, large energy-load systems, or workforce development
- Experience comparing technical, economic, or environmental performance metrics (Bachelor-level applicants only)
Responsibilities
- Conduct literature reviews
- Collect and organize related technical, economic, and environmental data
- Compare and evaluate technology pathways using technical, economic, and environmental performance metrics
- Support spreadsheet analysis and technical documentation
- Summarize and present findings for researchers and project partners
- Develop student-facing technical materials and case studies
- Prepare figures, presentations, and research summaries
- Adapt technical information for community-college audiences
- Support curriculum, workforce-development, and outreach activities
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match
- sick leave (where required by law)
- performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component
- relocation expense reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
