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Mid-Hudson Energy Transition · 1 month ago

Community Engagement Coordinator (Internship)

Poughkeepsie, NY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$22/hr - $25/hr

Mid-Hudson Energy Transition, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization focused on empowering communities in the Hudson Valley to transition to renewable energy. The Community Engagement Coordinator will serve as a bridge between MHET’s initiatives and local communities, conducting public engagement efforts and fostering relationships with residents, businesses, and organizations.

CommunitiesNon ProfitRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Foster authentic and compassionate relationships with community members

Gain a comprehensive understanding of MHET’s initiatives: Home Upgrade Grants, Mid-Hudson Community Solar, the Home Energy Loan Program, and the HELP Fund

Conduct public engagement in person, digitally, and through printed materials to inform community members about MHET’s programs, including their objectives, specifics, and advantages

Offer Spanish language support during community meetings, educational sessions, and public engagement activities

Ensure that translated resources and communications are accessible to community members, regardless of their familiarity with New York’s energy landscape

Assist in the coordination and execution of outreach events, assess their impact, and contribute to refining engagement strategies

Support the design and implementation of a community listening process

Help map and assess local organizations and community initiatives to understand alignment and partnership potential

Assist with planning listening tour locations, outreach, and engagement strategies

Participate in community listening sessions and document key insights

Support meetings with local organizations, community groups, and leaders

Contribute to summarizing findings and identifying opportunities for future collaboration

Maintain records of outreach efforts, language accessibility successes and challenges, and community feedback

Develop a strong grasp of climate justice and energy equity, which are fundamental principles guiding our organization’s mission and approach

Engage in critical thinking and proactive support to help community members navigate energy-related concerns

Strengthen community connections through direct assistance and collaborative efforts

Qualification

Community engagementSpanish language supportClimate justice knowledgeEnergy equity knowledgeOrganizational skillsTime managementCritical thinkingTeam collaboration

Required

Enthusiasm for community engagement and outreach

A desire to learn about energy systems; but in-depth prior knowledge is not needed

Experience working with diverse communities and a commitment to equity and inclusion, with a focus on building the capacity of communities to lead their own energy transitions

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills

Fluency in Spanish and English is required

Ability to conduct local outreach primarily in Poughkeepsie, as well as neighboring cities in the Hudson Valley, NY

Students will be required to meet one of the following eligibility requirements: An individual currently attending or who attended a degree program at a college or university located in New York State within the last 12 months as of the date of the intern application; A current New York State resident attending or who attended a college or university outside of New York State within the last 12 months as of the date of the intern application. New York State residency, with proof of residency such as rental agreement or utility bills, must have been established prior to the start of the internship; New York State residents who are members of a disadvantaged community and/or Priority Population