Intern - Carbon Management and Large Energy Systems

About the role#

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is seeking two student interns to support research and educational activities within the Strategic Energy Analysis Center. This role focuses on carbon management, bio-based products, industrial energy systems, and large energy-load systems. Interns will collaborate with researchers to bridge foundational science with practical applications, contributing to projects that analyze energy policies, technologies, and infrastructure.

What you'll do#

• Conduct literature reviews and collect technical, economic, and environmental data.
• Perform spreadsheet-based analysis and support technical documentation.
• Summarize and present findings for researchers and project partners.
• Develop student-facing technical materials, case studies, figures, and research summaries.
• Adapt technical information for community-college audiences and support workforce-development activities.
• Compare and evaluate technology pathways using performance metrics.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an accredited associate or bachelor’s degree program in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Data Science, Economics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Sociology, or a related field.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Experience conducting literature reviews or organizing technical information.
• Interest in energy systems, sustainability, applied research, or technical education.

Location & details#

• This position is fully remote, with regular virtual mentoring and team meetings.
• The role is part-time (20 hours per week).
• This is a paid, fixed-term internship.
• Employment is subject to Department of Energy access restrictions, including a federal background investigation and the ability to obtain a Personal Identity Verification card.