Energy Engineering & Auditing Intern

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

EnPower a Verdantas Company is seeking an Energy Engineering & Auditing Intern based in our Midtown Manhattan office and is the ideal opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain valuable hands-on experience in energy management, building science, and lighting systems. As an Energy Engineering & Auditing Intern, you will support lead energy engineers and auditors in the design, development, and evaluation of energy efficiency measures. You will develop an understanding of building HVAC, DHW, lighting, mechanical, and envelope systems. Your day-to-day will be to assist with building site visits, technical data entry, and energy modeling and calculations.

What You'll Do:

• Collect data during on-site inspections to document existing systems and associated equipment
• Write/draft energy efficiency reports including ASHRAE Level I and II audit reports, and Local Law 87 Compliance reports
• Assist lead engineers/auditors in the field to conduct energy audits and site assessments of building systems to evaluate energy usage and identify energy conservation measures (ECMs)
• Assist with feasibility, energy savings, and cost-benefit financial analyses for potential ECMs
• Create energy use analyses of building systems using analytical tools to help develop energy management plans and building-wide energy reduction plans
• Assist lead engineers/auditors with testing and retro-commissioning of building systems to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws (e.g., Local Law 87)

What You'll bring:

• Pursuing or recently received a degree in engineering, environmental science/studies, or other relevant technical field
• Interest in HVAC systems, renewable energy systems, and energy efficiency concepts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with significant expertise in Excel
• Certified as OSHA-10 within 6 months of employment per EN-POWER GROUP’s training program
• Possess ability to perform physical tasks including but not limited to: Standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time, reading and recording information on handwritten forms and computer screens, using hand tools (such as powered tools, measuring devices, etc.), lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, navigating in small/enclosed places, climbing stairs and ladders, and working in loud, warm and cold environments
• Travel primarily within New York City

Salary Range:

$20.00 - $22.00

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment
• 401(k) with Company Match

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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