Sustainable Transportation Intern

Metropolitan Energy Center is seeking a Spring Intern to work in our sustainable transportation group. We are a 
501c3 non-profit dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and economic vitality in the Heartland by 
advancing sustainable transportation and building performance projects. The Spring Intern positions will support 
our transportation initiatives, including our U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities & Communities Programs. We 
are a spunky team in an entrepreneurial environment, and we value candidates with independent initiatives and 
diverse skillsets. Our schedule is very flexible, but working hours must fall within regular business hours, with a 10-
hr/wk minimum. A good fit will have the opportunity to stay on for summer and fall.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Support to the Greater Kansas Clean Cities Coalitions alternative fuel programs. Learn more 
about Clean Cities at www.eere.energy.gov/cleancities/. We will consider the student’s program interests when 
placing the student, but the intern's responsibilities may include any of the following (based upon our current need 
and your experience, skills, and interests):
• Meeting and event coordination
• Conducting outreach, phone calls
• Administrative support 
• Requesting/handling articles from coalition members; drafting newsletter content
• Website and social media updates
• Communication/writing 
• Contact management
• Market research / surveys
• Educating local, state, and Congressional government officials
SALARY & BENEFITS: This is a paid internship, ranging from $15/hr for undergraduates, and $18/hr for 
graduate students. In addition, college credit may be available on approval by your instructor. Ample opportunity to 
network with businesses, industry and government stakeholders, including Argonne National Lab, U.S. Department 
of Energy and others. A dynamic working environment gives the opportunity to learn multiple work-related skills in 
a short period of time. Learning opportunities include webinars on topics such as event planning and public 
relations, online courses through Clean Cities University, and direct experience.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: The candidate needs to have strong written communication skills, critical 
thinking skills, Microsoft literacy, and independent work ethic. Junior or Senior status is preferred. 
HOW TO APPLY: To apply for an internship, please email a cover letter and resume to:
KT Engle, kt.engle@metroenergy.org
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In your letter, state why you are interested in interning with Metropolitan Energy Center, average number of hours a 
week you are available (up to 20), your relevant experience, and the timeframe (months, year) during which you will 
be available for the internship. We will contact you if we wish to schedule an interview