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Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) · 23 hours ago

Summer 2026 Energy Resources & Land Conservation Intern

Washington, DC

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$10K/yr - $10K/yr

Start in 2026 Summer

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization seeking a Summer 2026 Energy Resources & Land Conservation intern. The intern will support the Land Conservation team in conducting research and analysis related to fossil fuel and renewable energy issues, and assist in advocacy campaigns to promote responsible clean energy development.

AgricultureAquacultureEnvironmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringNational SecurityNon ProfitWildlife Conservation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct scientific and policy research necessary to support staff scientist and Land Conservation team with legislative and administrative advocacy campaigns to fight dirty energy and support responsible clean energy development

Participate in problem scoping and brainstorming discussions for incoming requests

Compile, process, and analyze energy, climate, geospatial, and/or economic data

Produce data visualizations and translate results into accessible written products (e.g., emails, memos, reports, public comments) and presentations for project team

Attend meetings relevant to project work: e.g., team meetings, external coalition or partner calls, educational webinars, etc

Cover multiple projects over internship term to help different members of the team working on a range of issues, as needed

Qualification

Geographic Information System (GIS)Advanced mathematicsEnvironmental policyResearch experienceData visualizationMicrosoft OfficeSelf-directionOrganizational skillsCollaboration

Required

Currently enrolled in a graduate program

Evidence of coursework in advanced mathematics (e.g., calculus, linear algebra, statistics and probability)

Demonstrated interest in environmental and/or energy policy

Comfort with standard productivity software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred

Pursuing a degree in science, engineering, or related technical field

Demonstrated research experience

Coursework or research experience in climate science, energy systems, earth systems, sustainability, industrial ecology, and/or environmental economics

Experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) tools, such as ArcGIS

Advanced Excel and/or programming skills

Education or extra-curricular experience engaging in environmental and/or energy policy

Strong organizational skills

Capable of self-direction

Open to close collaboration

Company

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

NRDC is the nation's most effective environmental action organization.

Founded in 1970

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.nrdc.org/

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