Job Description:<div>Priority Deadline: Sunday, October 22 at 12:00 AM MT. </div><div>General Deadline: Wednesday, November 1 at 12:00 AM MT. </div><div>Applications will not be reviewed until January 2024. Due to the substantial number of applications received, it may take up to 5 weeks from the time we start reviewing to receive a response. </div><div> </div><div>Transform your career with RMI.  </div><div>Interns arrive as students and leave as early career professionals ready to impact the world! Whether it’s through improving food security in vulnerable regions, brainstorming new ways to increase energy equity for low-income households, or using your creative talent to design inclusive social media templates – mold and shape your career with us. </div><div> </div><div>We highly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply! </div><div> </div><div>Internship Program Overview (Resume and Cover Letter Required – Read Requirements Below) </div><div><div>Interns will get a chance to test drive a career within the Global Energy and Sustainability space. You’ll have your own scope of work with a dedicated team and mentor buddy who will guide you as you get to apply your knowledge and skills to RMI.  </div><div>If interested in multiple roles, we recommend applicants to apply for a maximum of only two Workday intern jobs. </div><div> </div><div>Timeline </div><div><ul><li>January – Application Review </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>February/March – Interviews </li><li>March – Offers Extended </li><li>Two Summer 2024 Start and End Date Options: Tuesday, May 21 – Friday, August 16, or Tuesday, June 4 – Friday, August 30. </li></ul></div><div> No exceptions can be made. </div><div> </div></div><div><div>Available Teams (learn more about them <a href="https://rmi.org/our-work/">here)</a> </div><div>Climate Intelligence – Oil &amp; Gas Initiative, Carbon Markets, DLab, Supply Chains </div><div><ul><li>Our Climate Intelligence Program ensures real-time emissions data is easily accessible and transparent while utilizing satellites, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to improve emissions data. Intern(s) on these teams will have the opportunity to explore research and trends in greenhouse gas accounting, climate technology, artificial intelligence, and much more! </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>US Program – ACRE  </div><div><ul><li>Our US Program is focused on supporting state-level policymakers, advocates, and researchers with building a sustained subnational climate movement that accelerates action, promotes accountability, and works in partnership with the federal government. Interns working with this program will have the opportunity to work on many different projects with the goal of refreshing approaches to data analysis and manipulation, research, and writing. </li></ul></div><div>Development – Strategic Services </div><div><ul><li>Our Development Team primarily focuses on RMI’s global philanthropic donor portfolio to propel the clean energy revolution. The intern on this team will have the chance to explore systems and processes, research, reporting, analytics, Tableau and Salesforce. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Climate Aligned Industries – Aviation and Clean Industrial Hubs </div><div><ul><li>Our Climate Aligned Industries program partners with key sectors on facilitating climate aligned finance agreements, create net-zero roadmaps, and enable governmental support decarbonization. Interns on these teams will contribute key research and data analysis hubs for California and Texas, assist in collating and understanding data related to the environmental justice framework, and much more! </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>India Program </div><div><ul><li>Our India Program is focused on putting India on track to avoid 9 gigatons of CO2 emissions cumulatively by 2030. Their analysis, research, and convening work helps provide global best practices and insights to policy design, policy implementation, and support collaboration between the public and private sectors. This intern will support the Battery Storage and long-term planning work in India, contributing to the data analysis and research and technical write-up on grid storage technology, costs, and application to the Indian power grid </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Third Derivative – Partnerships &amp; Business Development </div><div><ul><li>Our Third Derivative Program has a focus on guiding and supporting climate tech start-ups who are bringing new ideas and innovation to market, we accelerate the clean future worldwide. This intern will be supporting the team’s research and diligence on impactful climate-tech startups, helping to do outreach to promising startups from around the world, supporting the preparation of proposals and pitch decks for specific business development opportunities industry, and building a non-dilutive funding tracker. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Carbon Free Electricity – Clean Energy Planning and Utility Transition Finance </div><div><ul><li>Our Carbon Free Electricity Program supports comprehensive regulatory and business model reform and innovation to help allies work together in developing critical electricity solutions. Intern(s) on these teams will support work on developing the Virtual Power Plant Partnership, an analysis that investigates the health impacts of our coal plant, and IRA implementation accelerators and IRA investor engagement </li></ul></div><div>Carbon Free Transportation – Infrastructure and Freight Mobility </div><div><ul><li>Our Carbon Free Transportation Program focuses on strategizing to end tailpipe emissions and align the transportation sector with a 1.5 carbon target through partnering with government and policymakers in target geographies. Intern(s) on these teams will Assisting with data analysis / research to contribute to electric infrastructure expansion to support EV adoption within the US and globally and supporting grid infrastructure. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>General Qualifications </div><div><ul><li>You are passionate about global sustainable energy. </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>You have completed classes, projects, labs, or experiences that consisted of general, technical, and/or quantitative data or research.</li><li>Some experience working with data and analytic software, strategies, or tools. </li><li>Commitment to environmental justice and racial justice. </li><li>Currently enrolled in college, preferably as a junior or senior. We also consider master level graduate students and recent graduates as well. </li><li>You have the permanent, legal right to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor visas for interns. </li></ul></div></div><div><div> </div><div>Preferred Qualifications for these teams </div><div><ul><li>You have good research and writing skills. </li></ul><div><div><ul><li>You’re comfortable working with and learning data systems and/or programming languages. </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>You have experience and/or interest in some of the work the above teams have projects in like supply chains, carbon markets, technology, investments, electricity, international relations, or energy systems. </li></ul></div></div><ul><li>You’re comfortable with communication and excited to collaborate with peers.  </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>You enjoy responsibility and take pride in your work. </li><li>You have a track record of participating in student organizations, balancing school and work, or other activities. </li></ul></div><div> </div><div>Application Requirements </div></div><div>Resume (Required) </div><div>We suggest a 1–2-page resume that includes information about your academic background and work experience. Feel free to add additional sections that highlight any leadership roles you’ve held, relevant coursework, academic projects that you’ve completed, conference presentations, or any articles that have been published. </div><div> </div><div>Cover Letter (Required) </div><div><div>Answer the following questions below. </div><div><ul><li>What does Environmental Equity &amp; Justice mean to you?  </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Share about your most successful or most challenging data analysis project.</li></ul></div><div>Compensation </div></div><div><div>Interns are paid $20.00/hr. and expected to work between 35-40 hours per week. </div><div> </div><div>Benefits </div><div><ul><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)       </li><li>Accrued paid time off   </li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Mental Health Days </li><li>Fully remote and hybrid work options </li><li>Free coffee, snacks, and laughs in the office </li><li>Free lunch provided to staff in offices (including interns) </li><li>You will experience a fun internship by participating in summer activities including our annual intern retreat that is held in-person!  </li></ul></div></div><div> </div><div>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion    </div><div>   </div><div>Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.      </div><div> </div><div><div>We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:    </div><div> </div><div><ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.    </li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.    </li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.    </li></ul></div></div><div> </div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.     </div><div> </div><div>Location </div><div>We are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado.  </div><div>   </div><div>About RMI  </div><div>RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5°C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing. </div><div> </div><div>#LI-Remote </div><div> </div><div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. </div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5&deg;C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world&rsquo;s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.

Data Science and Analytics Summer Intern

Job Description:<div>Priority Deadline: Sunday, October 22 at 12:00 AM MT.&nbsp;</div><div>General Deadline: Wednesday, November 1 at 12:00 AM MT.&nbsp;</div><div>Applications will not be reviewed until January 2024. Due to the substantial number of applications received, it may take up to 5 weeks from the time we start reviewing to receive a response.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Transform your career with RMI.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>Interns arrive as students and leave as early career professionals ready to impact the world! Whether it’s through improving food security in vulnerable regions, brainstorming new ways to increase energy equity for low-income households, or using your creative talent to design inclusive social media templates – mold and shape your career with us.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>We highly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply!&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Internship Program Overview (Resume and Cover Letter Required – Read Requirements Below)&nbsp;</div><div><div>Interns will get a chance to test drive a career within the Global Energy and Sustainability space. You’ll have your own scope of work with a dedicated team and mentor buddy who will guide you as you get to apply your knowledge and skills to RMI.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>If interested in multiple roles, we recommend applicants to apply for a maximum of only two Workday intern jobs.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Timeline&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>January – Application Review&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>February/March – Interviews&nbsp;</li><li>March – Offers Extended&nbsp;</li><li>Two Summer 2024 Start and End Date Options: Tuesday, May 21 – Friday, August 16, or Tuesday, June 4 – Friday, August 30.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;No exceptions can be made.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div></div><div><div>Available Teams (learn more about them <a href="https://rmi.org/our-work/">here)</a>&nbsp;</div><div>Climate Intelligence – Oil &amp; Gas Initiative, Carbon Markets, DLab, Supply Chains&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our Climate Intelligence Program ensures real-time emissions data is easily accessible and transparent while utilizing satellites, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to improve emissions data. Intern(s) on these teams will have the opportunity to explore research and trends in greenhouse gas accounting, climate technology, artificial intelligence, and much more!&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>US Program – ACRE &nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our US Program is focused on supporting state-level policymakers, advocates, and researchers with building a sustained subnational climate movement that accelerates action, promotes accountability, and works in partnership with the federal government. Interns working with this program will have the opportunity to work on many different projects with the goal of refreshing approaches to data analysis and manipulation, research, and writing.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>Development – Strategic Services&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our Development Team primarily focuses on RMI’s global philanthropic donor portfolio to propel the clean energy revolution. The intern on this team will have the chance to explore systems and processes, research, reporting, analytics, Tableau and Salesforce.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Climate Aligned Industries – Aviation and Clean Industrial Hubs&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our Climate Aligned Industries program partners with key sectors on facilitating climate aligned finance agreements, create net-zero roadmaps, and enable governmental support decarbonization. Interns on these teams will contribute key research and data analysis hubs for California and Texas, assist in collating and understanding data related to the environmental justice framework, and much more!&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>India Program&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our India Program is focused on putting India on track to avoid 9 gigatons of CO2 emissions cumulatively by 2030. Their analysis, research, and convening work helps provide global best practices and insights to policy design, policy implementation, and support collaboration between the public and private sectors. This intern will support the Battery Storage and long-term planning work in India, contributing to the data analysis and research and technical write-up on grid storage technology, costs, and application to the Indian power grid&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Third Derivative – Partnerships &amp; Business Development&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our Third Derivative Program has a focus on guiding and supporting climate tech start-ups who are bringing new ideas and innovation to market, we accelerate the clean future worldwide. This intern will be supporting the team’s research and diligence on impactful climate-tech startups, helping to do outreach to promising startups from around the world, supporting the preparation of proposals and pitch decks for specific business development opportunities industry, and building a non-dilutive funding tracker.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Carbon Free Electricity – Clean Energy Planning and Utility Transition Finance&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our Carbon Free Electricity Program supports comprehensive regulatory and business model reform and innovation to help allies work together in developing critical electricity solutions. Intern(s) on these teams will support work on developing the Virtual Power Plant Partnership, an analysis that investigates the health impacts of our coal plant, and IRA implementation accelerators and IRA investor engagement&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>Carbon Free Transportation – Infrastructure and Freight Mobility&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Our Carbon Free Transportation Program focuses on strategizing to end tailpipe emissions and align the transportation sector with a 1.5 carbon target through partnering with government and policymakers in target geographies. Intern(s) on these teams will Assisting with data analysis / research to contribute to electric infrastructure expansion to support EV adoption within the US and globally and supporting grid infrastructure.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>General Qualifications&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>You are passionate about global sustainable energy.&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>You have completed classes, projects, labs, or experiences that consisted of general, technical, and/or quantitative data or research.</li><li>Some experience working with data and analytic software, strategies, or tools.&nbsp;</li><li>Commitment to environmental justice and racial justice.&nbsp;</li><li>Currently enrolled in college, preferably as a junior or senior. We also consider master level graduate students and recent graduates as well.&nbsp;</li><li>You have the permanent, legal right to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor visas for interns.&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Preferred Qualifications for these teams&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>You have good research and writing skills.&nbsp;</li></ul><div><div><ul><li>You’re comfortable working with and learning data systems and/or programming languages.&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>You have experience and/or interest in some of the work the above teams have projects in like supply chains, carbon markets, technology, investments, electricity, international relations, or energy systems.&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><ul><li>You’re comfortable with communication and excited to collaborate with peers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>You enjoy responsibility and take pride in your work.&nbsp;</li><li>You have a track record of participating in student organizations, balancing school and work, or other activities.&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Application Requirements&nbsp;</div></div><div>Resume (Required)&nbsp;</div><div>We suggest a 1–2-page resume that includes information about your academic background and work experience. Feel free to add additional sections that highlight any leadership roles you’ve held, relevant coursework, academic projects that you’ve completed, conference presentations, or any articles that have been published.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Cover Letter (Required)&nbsp;</div><div><div>Answer the following questions below.&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>What does Environmental Equity &amp; Justice mean to you?&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Share about your most successful or most challenging data analysis project.</li></ul></div><div>Compensation&nbsp;</div></div><div><div>Interns are paid $20.00/hr. and expected to work between 35-40 hours per week.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Benefits&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)      &nbsp;</li><li>Accrued paid time off  &nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Mental Health Days&nbsp;</li><li>Fully remote and hybrid work options&nbsp;</li><li>Free coffee, snacks, and laughs in the office&nbsp;</li><li>Free lunch provided to staff in offices (including interns)&nbsp;</li><li>You will experience a fun internship by participating in summer activities including our annual intern retreat that is held in-person!&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion   &nbsp;</div><div>  &nbsp;</div><div>Increasing the diversity of thought, perspectives, ideas and opinions within RMI is a critical change element supporting our long-term sustainability and mission to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future.    &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><div>We strive for a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of ability, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status, socioeconomic class, educational attainment or other social identities—is critical to the success of each RMIer and collectively as an organization. This ensures that we:   &nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><ul><li>Have the different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.   &nbsp;</li><li>Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating others with dignity, respect and appreciation enabling them to feel welcomed, supported and valued.   &nbsp;</li><li>Effectively connect, communicate and build long-lasting relationships with decision makers, stakeholders and constituents within diverse communities.   &nbsp;</li></ul></div></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.    &nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Location&nbsp;</div><div>We are a remote-ready organization with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby. Our U.S. offices are in New York City; Washington DC; Oakland, California; Boulder, Colorado; and Basalt, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>  &nbsp;</div><div>About RMI &nbsp;</div><div>RMI is an independent nonprofit founded in 1982 that transforms global energy systems through market-driven solutions to align with a 1.5°C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all. We work in the world’s most critical geographies and engage businesses, policymakers, communities, and NGOs to identify and scale energy system interventions that will cut greenhouse gas emissions at least 50 percent by 2030. RMI has offices in Basalt and Boulder, Colorado; New York City; Oakland, California; Washington, D.C.; and Beijing.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>#LI-Remote&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.&nbsp;</div>RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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