Intern, Learning and Development

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 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. The pay rate is from $18 to $20 per hour (with effect from 1/2/2025) based on current class year. This internship will begin during Spring 2025 and will continue through Fall 2025.

We are looking to hire two Interns and they must be located in New York State or an immediately adjacent 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

In partnership with the Sr. Technology Trainer, the intern will aid in the migration of our Learning Management System to the cloud and support the coordination and implementation of NYSERDA’s Learning & Development plans with a focus on supporting operational objectives and long-term strategic goals. Specific activities include:

• Participate in discovery and requirement gathering sessions for future training development.
• Support the management and continued administration of NYSERDA’s Learning Management System.
• Migrate critical knowledge artifacts to Confluence.
• Develop new and update existing procedural resources in Confluence.
• Capture/Create/Curate images, screenshots, and/or digital recordings for training materials.
• Communicate upcoming training opportunities through our L&D Calendar and Bi-Weekly Newsletters.
• Support the administration of live/remote training events.
• Track, complete, and update project tasks in Asana.
• Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current, full-time undergraduate or Masters student, pursuing a degree in Training, Education, Human Resources, Technical Writing, or similar discipline.
• Some experience with video production and/or graphic/visual design.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbally and orally, while collaborating with multiple stakeholders.
• Skill in managing multiple priorities, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and solid judgment.
• Strong work ethic.
  
  

Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume, through our Careers page online.

(Applications submitted only through your school’s recruiting portal will not be considered.)

Please note that during the application process, you may be prompted to opt-in to Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) scoring. This is an automatic request in the ADP system but is not a feature that is used by NYSERDA in its recruiting and hiring process. Your response will have no impact on your application to NYSERDA.

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