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Post Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern - Water Power Policy and Commercialization Analyst

National Laboratory of the Rockies

Golden, CO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$39,600–$63,400 Per Year
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Business Development, Clean Technologies, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Economics, English Language, Environmental Economics, Financial Trend Analysis, Funding, Government, Homeland Security, Laboratory, Licensing, Market Analysis, Market Development, Policy Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Policy, Publications, Qualitative Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Research Laboratory, Research Skills, Solar Power Generation, State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Research, Technical Writing, Trademarks, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Golden, CO
POSTED
6 days ago
Posting Title

Post Undergraduate (Year-Round) Intern - Water Power Policy and Commercialization Analyst

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Location

CO - Golden

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Position Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

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Hours Per Week

40

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Working at NLR

NLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.


Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.


At NLR, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.


Job Description


The Water Power Deployment and Commercialization group within the Energy Conversion and Storage Systems (ECaSS) Center works on alleviating market barriers and enabling commercialization for marine energy and hydropower systems. Staff in Water Power Deployment and Commercialization have broad expertise in policy and regulatory analysis, STEM and workforce development, stakeholder engagement, and industry network development.


The Water Power Deployment and Commercialization group is looking for intern(s) to support research and analysis in both hydropower and marine energy commercialization efforts. The position will assist with:


+ Conducting research to better understand the benefits and lessons learned for state-level planning and policies impacting marine energy and hydropower deployments in the U.S.

+ Analyzing existing and evolving state goals that have the potential to impact marine energy and hydropower deployment timelines.

+ Qualitative and quantitative assessments on investor interest in marine energy.

+ Data management to improve technology licensing.

+ Hydropower stakeholder interviews and component cost data collection and analysis.

+ Contributing to report writing and presentation development summarizing project progress and results.


Specific job duties are expected to include:


+ Data collection and literature review to capture relevant policies, investment trends, and business development needs as relevant to marine energy.

+ Stakeholder discovery and outreach for data collection.

+ Evaluation of market drivers and investor interest in marine energy technologies.

+ Contribute to the writing and publishing of research results in technical reports, academic journals, and conference proceedings.

+ Contribute to presentations summarizing work completed.


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Basic Qualifications

Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.


Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.

Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.


Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master’s degree program from an accredited institution.

Post Graduate: Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.

Graduate + PhD: Completed master’s degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution.


Please Note:

• Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process.

• If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process.

• Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.


* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.


Additional Required Qualifications


+ Knowledge and background in business, economics, and/or public policy.

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills.

+ Stakeholder engagement experience and interest.

+ Excitement about new technology market development, technology adoption, and funding mechanisms.


Preferred Qualifications


The ideal candidate(s) would possess at least some of the following preferred qualifications:


+ Very good technical writing skills

+ Works well independently and on teams


Some knowledge of and experience in the following:


+ Local energy generation technologies (solar, wind, hydropower, hydrogen, etc.)

+ Data collection and analysis

+ Writing technical reports or journal articles for publication


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Job Application Submission Window


The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.


Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

Job Profile: / Annual Salary Range: $39,600 - $63,400


NLR takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.


Benefits Summary

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; and sick leave (where required by law). NLR employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Internships projected to be less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits.


* Based on eligibility rules


Badging Requirement

NLR is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation. Intern assignments extending beyond six months will be subject to this requirement.


Drug Free Workplace


NLR is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.


If you are offered employment at NLR, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.


Submission Guidelines


Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NLR you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.


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Equal Opportunity Employer


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.


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The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is a leader in the U.S. Department of Energy’s effort to secure an environmentally and economically sustainable energy future. With locations in Golden and Boulder, Colorado, and a satellite office in Washington, D.C., NLR is the primary laboratory for research, development, and deployment of renewable energy technologies in the United States.


NLR is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All candidates must be authorized to access the facility per DOE rules and guidance within a reasonable time frame for the specified position in order to be considered for an interview and for hiring. DOE rules for site access during the interview process depend on whether the candidate is interviewed on-site, off-site, or via telephone or videoconference. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation. Additionally, DOE contractor employees are prohibited from participating in certain Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs (FGTRPs). If a candidate is currently participating in an FGTRP, they will be required to disclose their participation after receiving an offer of employment and may be required to disengage from participation in the FGTRP prior to commencing employment. Any offer of employment is conditional on the ability to obtain work authorization and to be granted access to NLR by the Department of Energy (DOE).


Drug Free Workplace


NLR is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.


If you are offered employment at NLR, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.


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