Electric School Bus InternNew York is leading the nation in the fight on global climate change and the transition to a clean energy-powered economy. The Climate Act (https://climate.ny.gov/) has created the most aggressive climate change goals in the nation and requires an ambitious agenda that blends proven catalysts with innovative approaches while operating across a broader energy arena that is rapidly evolving. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a driving force in realizing this agenda. NYSERDA works with stakeholders that span residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that:
Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.
Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.
Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEWThis is a paid internship for current students at an accredited college. The pay rate is from $18 to $20 per hour (with effect from 1/2/2025) based on current class year. This internship will begin in June 2025 and continue through May 2026. Interns must be located in New York State or an immediately adjacent state while working. It is expected that interns will follow our telework policy, with a combination of in-office and remote work. Interns work up to 18.5 hours per week during the semester, and up to 37.5 hours per week between semesters, when not attending classes. The intern would work in the NYSERDA Clean Transportation team as it aids the state’s 700 school districts in transitioning their 45,000 school buses to zero-emission operation by 2035 as per state law. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Research best practices on school bus electrification
Prepare public-facing materials for school districts and school bus fleet operators
Analyze data on school bus fleets, electric vehicle supply equipment, and electrical capacity at depots
Study and compile information on electric school bus-related technologies, including managed charging, charger/bus compatibility, and battery storage systems
Help administer NYSERDA’s electric school bus fleet electrification plan program, and its New York School Bus Incentive Program (NYSBIP) program.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Current student at an accredited college or university.
Excellent skills with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
Demonstrated ability to research primary and secondary sources.
Strong work ethic.
Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume, through our Careers page online.(Applications submitted only through your school’s recruiting portal will not be considered.)Please note that during the application process, you may be prompted to opt-in to Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) scoring. This is an automatic request in the ADP system but is not a feature that is used by NYSERDA in its recruiting and hiring process. Your response will have no impact on your application to NYSERDA.LI-DNP