[ES_JOBS_NET] INTERN, U.S. ENERGY, World Resources Institute, Washington DC

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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INTERN, U.S. ENERGY

WRI Overview
World Resources Institute<http://www.wri.org/> (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being. We are working to address critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade in order to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean.
Internships at WRI<http://www.wri.org/internships-wri> are learning experiences designed for current students, recent graduates, or other candidates who wish to gain knowledge about a specific area of our work. We strive to attract diverse, intellectually-driven candidates who have a passion for sustainability and development. WRI provides many internship opportunities throughout the year in all our programs.
WRI is committed to advancing gender and social equity for human well-being in our mission and applies this principle to our organizational and programmatic practices.
Program Overview
The WRI Energy Program is rapidly expanding its scope and body of work in clean energy across the U.S. Through the Special Clean Power Council and development of the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance, WRI has traditionally worked with utilities to drive new clean energy solutions.  Recently, the WRI has partnered with Rocky Mountain Institute to form the American Cities Climate Challenge Renewables Accelerator which supports cities across the U.S. in meeting their renewable energy purchasing goals. In addition to working with utilities, customers, and now cities across the U.S., WRI has also begun to address the ability of electricity markets to respond to the growth of renewable energy development. The U.S. Energy intern will support activities across these bodies of work, as well as help fuel WRI's expansion into topics critical to the transformation of the electricity industry.
Internship Summary
As the U.S. Energy intern, you will provide research needed to support the Energy Team's various projects across the U.S. The majority of your work will focus on research support for local governments under the American Cities Climate Challenge Renewable Energy Accelerator. Examples of research support will include best practices and case studies for municipal electricity procurement, innovative financing models, clean energy technology trends, and decarbonization efforts. Research support will be provided across a variety of projects focused on the transition to clean energy sources.
Learning Outcomes
The intern will gain experience in the following areas:

  *   Providing research support for cities and other large energy buyers in their efforts to procure clean energy for their electricity needs
  *   Helping prepare case studies of innovative approaches to clean energy deployment in the marketplace
  *   Supporting the organization and implementation of events with stakeholders focused on clean energy issues
  *   Tracking major clean energy market developments including procurement announcements, policy changes, new market rules, or new technologies
  *   Researching rules and approaches to integrating new technologies across wholesale power markets to identify common principles or frameworks that are successful
Internship Qualifications

  *   Highly organized individual with ability to work independently
  *   Interest in understanding how the U.S. regulatory and industry structure can impact clean energy development
  *   Interest in municipal management of electrical grids and introduction of renewable energy to consumption/generation mix
  *   Commitment to creating a strong, cohesive, and effective platform to help cities identify and implement actions to achieve their clean energy goals.
General Internship Requirements

  *   Applicants must have personal health insurance coverage.
  *   U.S. work authorization is required for this opportunity. WRI does not sponsor interns for visas.
Compensation:  This is a paid internship.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply through the WRI Careers portal to be considered.
The World Resources Institute (http://www.wri.org<http://www.wri.org/wri>) is an environmental and development research and policy organization that creates solutions to protect the Earth and improve people's lives. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, it is WRI's policy to recruit, hire, and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, protected veteran status, or disability. WRI's global agenda requires a staff that is diverse - with respect to race, gender, cultural, and international background. Diverse perspectives and experience enhance the way WRI selects and approaches issues, as well as the creativity and applicability of WRI's policy research and analysis. WRI, therefore, encourages applications from U.S. minorities, persons from other countries (especially developing nations), and from women of all backgrounds.

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