Intern - Engineer / Scientist

SUMMARY: Energetics seeks interns with strong research and technical skills to join our team. Candidates will be assisting with a variety of tasks for our clients, which could include data collection, management, and analysis; technology research; information synthesis for report and presentation development; and providing general assistance for evaluation of new technologies. Interns will work on exciting projects in diverse energy and resilience fields, including sustainable transportation (electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles), advanced manufacturing, energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy, infrastructure protection, and climate (resilience, adaptation, carbon management, decarbonization). Many projects focus on the cutting edge of technology and science trends – providing opportunities to grow your knowledge and skills in areas important to a resilient and sustainable world.

This paid internship typically spans 8 to 12 weeks (some may be longer) with flexible start and end dates. In light of the ongoing limitations related to the pandemic, both onsite and remote candidates will be considered for 2022 internships. Onsite candidates can work in one of four offices (Columbia, MD, Washington, DC, San Diego, CA, and Clinton, NY). Compensation for this internship will be commensurate with experience. Interns will be asked to complete a capstone or defined project under the guidance of a supervising staff or team.

Please submit a cover letter with a detailed explanation of how your skills and background align with the needs and qualifications of the position when you apply, along with a writing sample (e.g., written report or paper, etc.).

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Providing research and analytical support for technology RD&D projects

Evaluating technical and economic feasibility and market trends of advanced technologies

Assisting with data collection related to energy, climate, or other trends

Using and/or developing computational tools to facilitate research and analysis tasks

Reviewing technical reports, compiling technical information, and developing other written materials as requested

Minimum Requirements

Standing Junior working toward Bachelor’s degree or new graduate in an engineering, environmental, science, or technical field from an accredited university.

0-6 months of related experience (prior internships included)

Strong technical and analytical capabilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially with Excel

Good communication skills (verbal, interpersonal, and written)

In compliance with Executive Order 14042, any successful applicant for this position must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or obtain an accommodation from the vaccination requirement based on disability or sincerely held religious belief, on or before the start date.

Preferred Requirements

Graduate students working toward a Master’s degree will also be considered.

Strong interest in energy efficiency and clean energy, and sustainability

Familiarity with information and data analysis

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. VSE Corporation considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

VSE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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