Graduate Intern - Electric School Bus Initiative

WRI

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $22ph for master’s students, $24ph for phd s...
Hybrid
Applied research on transportation electrification
Agile project management
Stakeholder engagement and convenings
The U.S. Electric School Bus Initiative aims to accelerate the transition of 480,000 school buses to electric power by 2030 through market activation, vehicle-grid integration, and deployment success

Job Summary

  • The U.S. Electric School Bus Initiative aims to accelerate the transition of 480,000 school buses to electric power by 2030 through market activation, vehicle-grid integration, and deployment success.
  • Graduate Interns will gain hands-on experience implementing large-scale climate and transportation programs, working in Agile environments, and collaborating across policy, industry, and community stakeholders.
  • This is a hybrid internship based in Washington, DC requiring 8 days per month in the office, offering $22/hour for master's students and $24/hour for PhD students over a 6-month full-time period.

Matching Summary

The U.S. Electric School Bus Initiative aims to accelerate the transition of 480,000 school buses to electric power by 2030 through market activation, vehicle-grid integration, and deployment success.

Salary

Base: $22/hour for master’s students, $24/hour for PhD students; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Applied research on transportation electrification
  • Agile project management
  • Stakeholder engagement and convenings
  • Hybrid work with office presence
  • Data synthesis and analysis
  • Cross-sector collaboration
  • Program implementation support

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with statistical analysis software
  • Familiarity with project management tools
  • Interest in nonprofit strategy and fundraising
  • Knowledge of climate philanthropy
  • Equity-centered environmental initiatives
  • Experience with electric vehicles
  • Communication and presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Pursuing or completed master’s degree
  • Residence in DC, Maryland or Virginia
  • Existing work authorization without sponsorship
  • Fluency in English
  • Experience in transportation or environmental fields

Work Rights

Must have existing US work authorization; residency in DC, Maryland or Virginia required

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