Intern - Facilities and Operations

About the role

The F&O Energy Management & Efficiency Program at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a student or recent graduate to gain work experience through this temporary employment opportunity. The intern will work closely with the Program Manager to implement and document energy reduction and sustainability measures.

Responsibilities

• Document and track monthly utility consumption to identify abnormalities and inefficiencies.
• Create graphics to illustrate usage and trends for energy, water, and emissions.
• Engage in building energy and water audits and create audit reports.
• Become familiar with standards and guidelines for sustainable building new construction to LEED standards.
• Exercise creativity and experience to champion positive environmental conservation engagement activities and promotional material such as news articles, posters, and social media.
• Learn about Department of Energy (DOE) energy & water efficiency performance goals, and the working environment of a Federal contractor facility.
• Work closely with Stanford/SLAC scientific community and staff from many different disciplines.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a mechanical engineering, environmental, sustainability sciences, or related degree program.
• A passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship is a plus.
• Basic data processing and analysis in Excel software.
• Create promotional material such as posters, flyers, pamphlets, websites, or other promotional material.
• Create clear and precise documentation in the English language.
• Strong oral communication skills in English.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years of age, currently enrolled in an educational program or recently graduated, and have US work authorization.

Skills

• Effective decision-making.
• Self-development and continuous learning.
• Dependability and reliability.
• Initiative and proactive approach.
• Communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Note: This is an hourly, non-benefits eligible non-exempt student position (work less than 50% full-time equivalent), not to exceed 980 hours in a calendar year. Candidate is required to report in-person to SLAC on a part-time basis, typically twice-per-week for part-day, and hybrid work. This position requires working throughout the calendar year (not limited to summer). Hours are flexible and estimated to be an average of 12 hours per week.

Pay

This is an hourly position with details to be determined based on market rates and qualifications.

Schedule

Candidate is required to report in-person to SLAC on a part-time basis, typically twice-per-week for part-day, and hybrid work. This position requires working throughout the calendar year (not limited to summer). Hours are flexible and estimated to be an average of 12 hours per week.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in this position and your relevant experience. Applications can be submitted via the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory website.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at [insert contact information].