Part-Time Energy Savings Program Intern
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Nov 13, 2026 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The OPP Sustainability Team is seeking an enthusiastic student to support Penn State's Energy Savings Program (ESP) as a Part-Time Energy Savings Program Intern. In this role, the intern will directly contribute to supporting energy and financial sustainability at Penn State's University Park (UP) and Commonwealth Campuses by assisting the Energy Savings Program Manager in evaluating opportunities to increase energy efficiency, avoid costs, and reduce GHG emissions. Example opportunities include increasing energy efficiency in lab spaces, retrofitting lighting to LEDs, verifying savings from building automation system commissioning strategies, and estimating savings and payback from installing high-efficiency equipment. Job duties to include: - Collecting, summarizing, and comparing energy data - Calculating potential energy savings using existing templates - Supporting the development of facility profile and scoping templates - Assisting with external funding procurement - Creating reports and dashboards on energy saving progress - Communicating program progress to stakeholders within the PSU community and beyond Qualifications (Required): - Currently enrolled University student with a GPA above 3.0. - Organized and capable of working independently - Strong algebra skills and comfort completing math in Excel - Ability to communicate when tasks are completed and indicate if deadlines cannot be met - Experience writing clear, consistent reports, summaries, and communications - Interest in energy efficiency, sustainability, or systems optimization - Understanding of basic statistics (sample size, mean and median, standard deviation) - Comfort with data transformation Qualifications (Preferred): - Experience with Power BI and dashboarding - Familiarity with building energy systems - Understanding of energy fundamentals - Engineering economics or financial modeling skills - Proficiency reading construction drawings Schedule: -Spring semester 2027- 8 hrs./ week, 14 weeks -Summer semester 2027- 20 hrs./ week, 12 weeks Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $16/hr. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |