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About the Role

NRDC's Center for Campaigns & Organizing is seeking a graduate intern to support ongoing projects and priorities for its partner E2 (Economy+Environment) and the Cleantech Leaders Roundtable (CTLR). This intern will produce a 2027 Energy Business Trends series comparing four fast-moving clean energy sectors against the oil and gas industry, and complete a focused case study on conventional natural gas versus renewable natural gas (RNG). The findings will feed directly into E2/CTLR's work, providing direct exposure to senior industry leaders and insights into how market data influences executive and policymaker decisions.

Responsibilities

Support ongoing projects and priorities for partner E2 and the Cleantech Leaders Roundtable (CTLR).
Produce a 2027 Energy Business Trends series comparing clean energy sectors (solar, geothermal, battery storage) against the oil and gas industry.
Complete a focused case study on conventional natural gas versus renewable natural gas (RNG).
Track capital, deal flow, project pipelines, jobs, and supply chains in the energy sector.
Analyze how rising electricity demand, changing federal tax credit timelines, and state policy are reshaping competition.
Gain direct exposure to senior industry leaders.
Learn how market data translates into decisions by executives and policymakers.
Develop sector trend briefs.
Create a comparative market dashboard.
Conduct an RNG vs. natural gas business case analysis.
Prepare executive discussion guides.
Write a capstone report recommending growth, partnership, and policy opportunities for clean energy leaders.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently.
Project management and/or problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Research and/or data analysis skills.
Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles.
Resume.
Cover letter highlighting interest in working at NRDC and availability for specific summer sessions.

Skills

Written communication
Verbal communication
Independent work
Project management
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Research
Data analysis

Location

New York
Chicago
Washington, DC

Work Type

Hybrid
Internship

Experience Level

Graduate Intern

Education Level

Graduate program enrollment

Salary/Compensations

$10,000.00 stipend paid bi-weekly

Benefits

Exposure to senior industry leaders
Experience in market data analysis and decision-making processes
Networking opportunities

About the Company

NRDC (the Natural Resources Defense Council) is an international nonprofit environmental organization working to safeguard the Earth and its natural systems.
NRDC combines the power of millions of members and online activists with the expertise of policy advocates, lawyers, scientists, and communication experts.
NRDC addresses urgent environmental challenges and advances innovative, science-based, and enforceable solutions.
Founded in 1970, NRDC has contributed to foundational environmental laws like the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act.
NRDC operates offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Beijing, and New Delhi.
NRDC believes lasting change occurs when talent, passion, and expertise are united for a common purpose: building a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient world.
NRDC interns play an active role in the environmental movement, working with professionals and gaining unique experience.
NRDC interns have access to various events to enhance their experience.
NRDC operates under a hybrid work model.
NRDC requires vaccination for COVID-19, with accommodations for medical or religious exemptions.
NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its work and workplace.

Equal Opportunity

NRDC is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, both in our work and in our workplace.
We encourage applications from candidates whose identities have been historically under-represented in the environmental movement.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.