American Conservation Experience · 1 week ago
Energy Rehab Project Development Member - Grand Canyon National Park - Build Up Technical Internship Program
Grand Canyon Village, AZ
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$1,000/wk - $1,000/wkAmerican Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking one member to contribute to energy conservation projects alongside NPS Staff. The intern will develop plans for energy efficiency upgrades to historical structures within Grand Canyon National Park.
Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringNon ProfitRecruitingTrainingWildlife Conservation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
To protect and preserve the natural and cultural resources within Grand Canyon National Park, its Facility Management Division is planning intentional rehabilitation of structures to preserve its historical structures and reduce operating costs through energy conservation
The intern position would develop detailed plans (construction documents and cost estimates) for energy efficiency upgrades to buildings
This will implement audit findings in order to comply with the Energy Security and Independence Act
After a thorough investigation of the buildings, the intern would identify, price, and design potential solutions such as insulating materials, roofing, windows, doors, and HVAC systems
Most of these are historic structures so present the unique opportunity to work with historic architects, cultural resource managers, engineers, and users for identifying viable solutions to the energy challenges
This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals
This could include shadowing and learning from other engineers and presenting work to leadership
Qualification
Required
Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner
Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group
A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request)
Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks
Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation
Members may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement
Preferred
Competitive applicants for this position can hold or be pursuing a minimum of a Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Sustainability, Energy Economics, or a Juris Doctor program
Knowledge of HVAC / mechanical design analysis, energy conservation, policy, building system design, and sustainability
Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and be independently motivated
Deep interest in the National Park Service, conservation, and energy conservation and policy
Benefits
Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of $1,000/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly.
Housing: Park housing is available for a cost ($600/month on average).
Company
American Conservation Experience
American Conservation Experience recruits, coordinates and trains the volunteers for practical environmental maintenance projects.
Founded in 2004
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Laura Herrin
President & CEO
Laura A. Craig, MSA, M.S.
Chief Operating Officer
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