Innovation Partnerships Intern

INNOVATION PARTNERSHIPS INTERN

New York City, NY

New York is leading the nation in the fight on global climate change and the transition to a clean energy-powered economy. The Climate Act [https://climate.ny.gov/] has created the most aggressive climate change goals in the nation and requires an ambitious agenda that blends proven catalysts with innovative approaches while operating across a broader energy arena that is rapidly evolving. New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a driving force in realizing this agenda. NYSERDA works with stakeholders that span residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that:

• Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy.
• Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York.
• Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably from energy efficiency and renewable energy.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

This is a paid internship for current students at an accredited college and enrolled in a graduate program. The pay rate is from $18 to $20 per hour based on current class year. This internship will begin in Fall 2026 and will continue for at least one additional semester.

Interns must be located in New York State while working. It is expected that interns will follow our telework policy, with a combination of in-office and remote work. Interns work up to 18.5 hours per week during the semester, and up to 37.5 hours per week between semesters, when not attending classes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform primary and secondary research on incubators, accelerators, investors, business associations, think tanks, not-for-profits, academic institutions and others supporting innovative start-up companies in New York State.
• Generate reports, briefings, and presentations for the Inno