Job Description
DVRPC's Office of Energy and Climate Change Initiatives leads, supports, and coordinates efforts to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in the Greater Philadelphia region. The Office of Energy and Climate Change Initiatives is seeking one intern for several projects during the fall of 2020.
The intern will primarily support three DVRPC projects: (1) research electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure ordinances at local levels in Pennsylvania and New Jersey; (2) assist in gathering and organizing data for DVRPC’s Energy Use and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory; and (3) research how various municipalities administer and collect appropriate fees for public electric vehicle charging infrastructure. These activities will be carried out under the supervision and guidance of Office of Energy and Climate Change Initiative staff.
The intern may be assigned to assist with additional projects, depending on office needs and the interests of the intern.
Responsibilities
For the above projects, the intern will be asked to collect, compile, and analyze information, including numeric data; assist in the development of written reports and web content; and help prepare for and host events with stakeholders from around the region. The intern will participate in project meetings and carry out tasks identified in those meetings.
Qualifications
- Interest and background or training in energy and/or climate change issues.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Able to perform independent research and gather data from objective/reliable sources.
- Strong quantitative skills
- Ability to work independently and highly motivated
Availability
This position requires a commitment of up to 15 hours per week.
Compensation
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Students with Work-Study funding are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Education and Training
Must have completed at least THREE YEARS of a college/university program or be enrolled in a master's program (preferred), or an equivalent combination of experience and training, plus substantial experience, interest, or involvement in transportation engineering and planning.
Apply
Forward a cover letter and resume to resumes@dvrpc.org
DVRPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full consideration will be given to all eligible, qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, domestic or sexual violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy), national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation; or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Minority, female, and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.