Student Intern

Job Posting – Student Intern

If interested, please submit a current resume and cover letter to recruiting@cte.tv.

About CTE

The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) is a member-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that develops, promotes, and implements advanced transportation technologies, vehicles, and fuels that reduce environmental pollution and fossil fuel dependency. CTE is a passionate, progressive workplace open to employee-driven ideas and opportunities. CTE is headquartered in Atlanta, GA with offices in Berkeley, Los Angeles, and St. Paul.

This job opportunity is located in Berkeley, CA. The internship position is an in-office position.

CTE’s mission is to improve the health of our climate and communities by bringing people together to develop and commercialize clean, efficient, and sustainable transportation technologies. Since 1993, CTE has managed a portfolio of over $800 million in team research, development, and demonstration projects. We’ve helped over 200 US companies move their technologies into the global energy and transportation mainstream. Currently, CTE is heavily involved in the deployment of electric vehicles across the U.S. CTE works closely with vehicle manufacturers, component providers, and fleet operators, including transit agencies and logistics organizations across the country. To learn more about CTE, please visit www.cte.tv.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

CTE is committed to championing inclusivity, diversity, and equity through our pursuit of a zero-emission future. We are motivated by our mission to improve the health of our climate for all people. Our staff seek to create a community where your identity is not only embraced, but celebrated. Whatever your race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender, religion, or socioeconomic status may be, we welcome and encourage all individuals to join us in transforming transportation.

Position Summary 

CTE is seeking a part-time, student intern to assist with general office management, HR, and IT activities in support of a ten-person staff. The Intern will also gain experience providing clerical support on medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle deployment projects. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is able to work independently to overcome obstacles, suggest better approaches, and communicate effectively – verbally, visually, and in writing. Prior experience with zero-emission vehicles is not needed, but attention to detail, strong organizing skills, and the ability to support and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously are key. If you are a confident, analytical, self-starter interested in the environment and transportation, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Sustain strong attention to detail across multiple tasks/projects (both office management and project management tasks)
• Manage a stock of supplies by ordering items, including but not limited to computer hardware, stationary, cleaning products, and food/beverage
• Maintain a neat office environment through routine cleaning and tidying
• Organize the office to maximize space and create intuitive storage systems
• Organizing staff events/activities (e.g. lunches, outings, etc.)
• Ensure that health and safety protocols are up to date
• Maintain updates to annual labor law and other compliance posters, as needed
• Securely mail and ship documents to employees, clients, and contractors
• Develop procedures and strategies to simplify workflows and eliminate redundancies
• Provide light IT support (e.g. coordinating computer repair/replacement and troubleshooting)
• Facilitate the exchange of information across multiple parties using effective and cordial communication
• Get up to speed quickly on zero-emission vehicle technologies and their applications
• Support senior- and mid-level managers as part of a project team
• Support multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
• Assist in data management and analysis tasks

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree candidate
• High degree of organizational skill and problem-solving ability
• Ability to prioritize/execute to meet the needs of the organization in a timely manner
• Ability to work as a self-starter
• Desire to learn and grow professionally
• Demonstrated history of collaboration and teamwork
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient in English writing
• Legally eligible to work in the United States

Pay and Hours

• $18/hour
• Approximately 20 hours/week (willing to work around school schedule)
• Must report to CTE office
• Internship will be on a semester-by-semester basis (4-6 months) with option to renew

How to Apply

Please submit a current resume and cover letter to recruiting@cte.tv.

CTE is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, gender expression, marital status, HIV status, disability, or any other status protected by laws or regulations. All employment decisions are based on business need, qualifications, and merit.