Job description

Position Title: Clean Energy Infrastructure Deployment Intern

Reports To: Senior Associate, Clean Energy Infrastructure Deployment

Location: Remote within the United States

Timeframe: 3–6-month contract employment, depending on intern availability

ABOUT CATF

Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet’s atmosphere. Our team of experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) put this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.

ROLE

This intern’s role is to support the work of CATF’s Clean Energy Infrastructure Deployment program. The aim of this program is to identify, develop, advance, and implement solutions to increase the pace, scale, and diversity of clean energy infrastructure in a fair and equitable manner. This program focuses on siting, permitting, and building community acceptance for renewable energy and electricity transmission. The intern position will support research and writing tasks to further ongoing project work and program advocacy efforts around clean energy infrastructure community benefits and engagement. This role will include collaboration with external organizations and other teams at CATF.

See here for information on CATF’s Programs.

Key Functions and Responsibilities:

Writing: Write briefs, case studies, memos, blog posts, and other pieces to concisely summarize research findings or policy developments for internal or general audiences.
Research and Analysis in support of policy development and advocacy: Directly undertake, support, or oversee research related to policy assessment and advocacy. Areas can include policy analysis, data analysis, and conducting/summarizing interviews.
Contractor engagement: Work together with project partners and contractors external to CATF to further project work.
Operational support: Provide support to Clean Energy Infrastructure Deployment program efforts on existing research tasks.

Skills/Qualifications:

Education/Background
- Currently a student in or a recent graduate of a bachelor’s or master’s degree program
Skills
- Strong coordination skills and ability to collaborate with external partners
Excellent attention to detail; detail-oriented proofreader and editor
Excellent organizational skills
Outstanding problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
Strong time management skills
Strong computer skills, including comfort with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
Experience
- Experience or classwork in energy, climate, and/or infrastructure research, analysis or related work preferred
Experience conducting research and/or completing literature reviews preferred
Experience presenting complex topics in approachable and useful ways, whether verbally or in writing, preferred
Experience collaborating successfully with stakeholders to drive work products forward
Behavioral
- Self-starter who enjoys taking initiative and helping others
Consistent follow-through, highly organized, and a commitment to high-quality work
Passion for CATF’s mission
Flexible and able to work with colleagues across time zones

Compensation and Location:

This is a remote position flexible within the U.S. The internship contract can be for between 3-6 months, depending on intern availability. CATF offers an excellent benefits package and a salary of $20 per hour.

CATF provides equal employment opportunities.

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