Associate

Do you love solving challenging problems, thinking in numbers, working in groups, and tackling the world's biggest climate change issues? Do you also have the self-motivation, curiosity, creativity, and ability to persuade others toward meaningful results? Do you have a passion for making the world a better place? If yes, then join our growing team! 

 We highly encourage individuals of underrepresented groups to apply! 

When you join the RMI team, you are empowered to make an impact. Regardless of your background or level of experience, you will have the opportunity to help bring about change in the world that you might not find anywhere else in your career. You will be surrounded by team members who are passionate about transforming the global energy system. 

RMI is seeking multiple Associates (entry-level research and collaboration positions) to support our many global program teams. In this role, you will join other Associates as a cohort to foster collaboration, camaraderie, and a shared experience. You will have the opportunity to participate in cohort learning opportunities and rotational assignments within different programs as a path to finding the right match for you to be placed with one program long term.

Position Overview 

As an Associate, you are a creative problem-solver who uses your quantitative, technical, and analytical abilities to conduct compelling research and assessment around vital energy issues. You will collaborate with colleagues to craft visionary yet practical solutions for our research questions and clients. You will develop expertise in the content area of your specific program within RMI and will provide subject-matter support on that topic to other staff members.  

You will be an individual contributor and work closely with colleagues on projects under the direction of more senior staff. 

Major Roles and Responsibilities 

• Provide quantitative analysis, modeling, and support to our projects.   

• Locate and manage high quality data that sheds new light on problems and solutions.   

• Create innovative problem-solving approaches to drive project insight.   

• Synthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written reports.   

• Present quantitative information in a clear, visual format.   

• Engage with external experts via phone interviews, conferences, and on occasion, respond to outreach requests.     

Required Skills and Experiences 

• Undergraduate degree in an applicable field such as engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, energy), business (marketing, finance, international), economics, computer science, mathematics, architecture, policy, physical and social sciences   

• Ability to design, create, and run Excel-based models   

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Desired Skills and Experiences   

• Understanding of basic financial analysis and metrics (e.g., NPV, cash flows) 

•  2-4 years of cumulative work experience    

• A graduate degree   

• Familiarity with one area of our global program work    

• Prior experience in consulting, project management, or other related fields   

• Ability to stick with a problem through resolution but also knowing when to ask for help 

• Ability to listen actively, be diplomatic, and share knowledge and information well 

• Willingness to plunge into unfamiliar disciplines and take risks by exploring and testing new ideas  

• Experience working among diverse groups with varying perspectives and/or facilitating challenging conversation 

• Demonstrated initiative and accomplishment in previous work 

We encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply, regardless of whether you feel you meet 100% of the qualifications. The top candidates will bring their own unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds from a variety of industries along with many but not necessarily all the skills listed above. We offer professional learning and training opportunities to help you develop the skills you may not have had the opportunity to cultivate yet.   

Location    

We are a remote-ready company 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. This role can be located anywhere in the continental United States.  

We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.  

We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.  

Important Note: As a U.S. federal contractor, RMI must comply with requirements outlined Executive Order Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. This Executive Order requires that all federal contractors and subcontractors mandate and verify that all U.S. based employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are based in the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination status as a condition of employment. You may request an accommodation for medical or religious reasons. If you are based outside of the U.S., this requirement does not apply. 

Compensation  

RMI compensates based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new Associates based in the U.S. join at the minimum to mid-salary range of $70,000- $82,000. You would also have an additional 5% bonus target!  

Benefits    

RMI offers a comprehensive benefits package adjusted to regional norms, including (for U.S. employment):   

• Medical, dental, vision insurance    

• 403b retirement options (up to 5% match immediately)    

• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability    

• Professional and personal development (including LinkedIn Learning access)    

• Generous paid time off and sick leave 

• Parental leave    

• Flexible working hours  

• Commuter and work from home stipends    

Diversity      

At RMI, our mission is to build a clean, prosperous, and secure energy future for all. Recruiting, hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve is critical to our success.  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.  

About RMI    

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.     

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