About the role#
ICF is looking for an Energy Efficiency Intern to join our Utility Programs and Services team for Summer 2027. This is a 10-week, full-time internship where you will gain hands-on experience with energy-efficiency technologies, engineering calculations, and program implementation. You will work alongside engineers and analysts to support projects that help clients save energy and reduce costs.
What you'll do#
- Perform technical reviews of energy-efficiency project applications, including equipment specifications and cost documentation.
- Assist with engineering calculations to determine energy and demand savings.
- Analyze systems such as HVAC, heat pumps, chillers, pumps, variable frequency drives, building controls, lighting, motors, compressed air, and renewable energy.
- Conduct energy audits, site visits, and virtual site verifications to document operating conditions.
- Use Microsoft Excel to analyze project data and identify trends or potential improvements.
- Research emerging energy technologies and industry practices.
- Prepare technical documentation, summaries, and presentations for program materials.
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members to support program delivery and other sustainability projects.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least 30 college or university credit hours by the start of the internship.
- Pursuing a degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, building, environmental, or energy engineering, or a related discipline.
- Preference for candidates with a completed bachelor's degree and current enrollment in a Master's program or those who have completed 9 graduate-level credits in a relevant field.
- Coursework or experience in thermodynamics, HVAC, building systems, electrical systems, renewable energy, or energy management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and remotely while managing project timelines.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Must pass required background checks.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Ottawa, Ontario.
- The role offers remote and hybrid work flexibility within Ontario.
- Occasional travel to the Ottawa or Toronto office and to project sites may be required.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology firm founded in 1969. Based in Reston, Virginia, the company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. It provides services across sectors including energy, health, environment, and cybersecurity. The firm assists clients with digital transformation and IT modernization projects.
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