Energy and Sustainability Intern

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers. Position Overview: Ameresco has an opportunity for an Energy & Sustainability Intern to join Amerescos Central Region Project Development Team on a hybrid schedule, based in Oak Brook, Illinois. This is a paid internship (20- 35 hours per week) scheduled for June - August. Responsibilities: Collaborate with Engineers to provide project support for development, design, construction, and post-construction activities. Provide assistance with energy assessments including baseline profiles, end-use, and retrofit analysis. Analyze utility bill data and sub-meter data for buildings or for building systems. Assist with the assessment of project requirements to evaluate opportunities for energy efficiency. Analyze and document building, mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing systems. Investigate, analyze, and document energy conservation and water cost reduction measures. Prepare technical content, proposals, analysis, feasibility reports and provide critical peer review. Foster effective and positive business relationships with all parties throughout project phases. Perform other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelors degree in science or engineering with an interest in Energy and/or Sustainability. Additional Qualifications: Proven ability to gather, validate, and analyze quantitative data and information. Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills required. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities. The anticipated hourly range for this role is $23.00$30.50 per hour (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role. Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements. We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. #LI-EL1 Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans. All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered. For further inquiries or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-AMERESCO Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Energy careers at Ameresco bring employees to the forefront of new energy technology with the backing of an experienced team of energy efficiency and renewable energy engineers and professionals. Ameresco is a recognized leader throughout North America and United Kingdom, delivering comprehensive renewable energy and energy efficiency services to public and private enterprises. "Its inspiring to work on projects that are shaping the future of energy use and to be part of a team that has tremendous experience in renewable energy systems." - Ameresco Employee