Energy Engineering Intern

At CLEAResult, we lead the transition to a sustainable, equitable, and carbon-neutral energy-efficient future for our communities and our planet. We do that by creating a people-first culture built on trust, accountability, and transparency; where every employee – regardless of position, role, or identity is treated with respect and given an equal chance to thrive.

Job Description

We are looking for a curious, motivated individual for a Summer Energy Engineering Internship.

The internship is open to a currently enrolled engineering student who would like to engage and learn with our first-class Engineering Team! CLEAResult, a consulting firm that designs and implements energy efficiency programs nationwide and in Canada, is looking for an engineering intern for Summer 2024 who will be based in Portland, Oregon with availability to visit the Portland office for a limited number of key meetings and networking opportunities. The summer 2024 internship position is designed for 15-20 hours per week over 8-11 weeks, not to exceed 160 hours total. The successful candidate will be paid $20.00 per hour.

If you've completed 3 or more years of college pursuing a degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or related), have a history of academic excellence and curiosity, and are interested in energy efficiency in new construction, we want to hear from you! This position will be primarily remote with many opportunities for rich, face-to-face time (both virtual and in-person) with experienced engineering team members. The intern will be encouraged to participate in our corporate internship program events which include opportunities to interact with an intern cohort and our CLEAResult executive leadership team in Austin, Texas; all expenses for this will be covered. Additionally, a $250 travel allowance is included for Portland area travel.

For this exciting opportunity, you will gain learning and exposure to topics such as…

• Working with a highly effective, interdisciplinary team reviewing new construction (NC) projects’ energy efficiency incentive applications
• Using a variety of engineering calculation methodologies to determine energy savings for NC projects
• Reading and understanding building plans and specifications
• Applying the leading-edge Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (ASHRAE 90.1) to energy savings calculations
• Using and modifying spreadsheet tools and calculators (MS Excel)
• Implementing building energy modeling software such as eQUEST, Energy Plus, and IESVE to find energy savings for real-world construction projects
• Understanding typical energy savings opportunities for lighting, HVAC, building shell, domestic hot water, and other energy-influencing systems
• Utility Efficiency program design, functions and structures
• Learning how renewable energy resources such as photovoltaics are implemented in NC
• Attending Early Design Meetings while engaging with project owners, designers, and architects about the building design process
• Authenticating energy efficiency measures on completed projects via remote and/or in-person verification activities
• Understanding the critical role of our (non-engineering) Outreach, Operations, Marketing, and other colleagues and partners
• Consistent consideration and application of safe practices

In this immersive internship opportunity, you will have the following competencies:

• Finished most (if not all) of the first three years of your engineering curriculum including completion of courses in physics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, programming, and preferably coursework and/or knowledge in at least some of the following areas: building science, energy efficiency, engineering economics, electricity/electric devices (controls, electric motors), renewable energy systems, lighting and HVAC systems, or related topics
• Exhibited high academic rigor in your studies
• Ability to commit to the internship duration and work the intended part-time hours with some travel time scheduled for important in-person meetings, events, and networking opportunities
• Interest in engineering practices as they serve utility efficiency program design, functions and incentives
• Enjoy learning about and working with spreadsheets and software tools for energy modeling
• Curiosity about the energy efficiency incentive application process for NC projects

Compensation Range

$17.85 - $24.00

Currency

USD

Type

Hourly

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD/technology), for examp