What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paid Internship position at Central Coast Community Energy?
Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) invites you to apply for an internship position at our Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Luis Obispo office locations! Internships are available in various departments.
Are you ready to shape the future and make a meaningful impact? We are excited to announce the return of our Future Leaders Internship Program. A unique opportunity for driven, passionate, and forward-thinking individuals to gain real world work experience and grow as professionals in public service.
About Us!
3CE is a Community Choice Aggregation agency established by local communities to source clean and renewable electricity at responsible rates for more than 1.2 million residential, commercial, and agricultural customers throughout Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara counties. 3CE is locally controlled and governed by board members who represent the communities served by the agency.
3CE is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through local control of utility-scale renewable electricity generation, investment in new renewable power projects, and the implementation of innovative energy programs that facilitate the electrification of transportation and the built environment. 3CE promotes long-term electric rate stability and energy security while reducing reliance on fossil fuels and stimulating the local economy.
Central Coast Community Energy’s (3CE) Internship program is aimed to provide a unique experience for current students and recent graduates in our service area in clean energy and public service. We are committed to providing meaningful learning and work experience in a professional environment. By participating as an intern, students and recent graduates will:
- Learn about community choice aggregation programs
- Improve communication and interpersonal skills
- Gain career preparation
- Develop a professional network
- Participate and understand local government and clean energy
- Receive personal satisfaction by helping people and community
Duties will vary between departments.
Internships are available during the summer and fall and may range from 8 to 12 weeks, depending on the internship and your school schedule.
Summer internships generally run from the beginning of June until the end of July or mid-August. Fall interns may be employed from September through November.
To qualify for an internship, the candidate must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- A student currently enrolled in college, university, or graduate program, or a recent college graduate within the past year.
- A student/graduate with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Be interested in learning about careers in clean and renewable energy in the public sector environment and obtaining related work experience.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes must be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted.
To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications can take an average of 4 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.
There is no guaranteed ongoing employment following the completion of 3CE's paid internship programs.
For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627.
If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Chelsey Ripley at cripley@3ce.org
Candidates who require special accommodations in any phase of the selection process should notify Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services via email at ahicks@3ce.org
Salary : $20 - $25