[ref. m86946904] Summer Intern, Energy & Sustainability

Overview:

The Energy & Sustainability intern will support The RMR Group’s work with Energy Star, LEED, energy efficiency initiatives, and building benchmarking for its client properties. In addition, the intern will support sustainability engagement and other programs of the Energy & Sustainability Department.

Responsibilities:

• Support annual energy and water benchmarking requirements through:
• Tracking and submitting buildings required to report annual energy use to local jurisdictions.
• Evaluating ENERGY STAR profiles to identify necessary updates.
• Working with Regional teams and third-party vendors to update building ENERGY STAR profiles.
• Automating utility data syncing between utility companies and ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager for tenant-managed utilities.
• Support LEED certification program through:
• Working with property teams to gather property data and information.
• Developing and customizing policies and procedures for sustainable building operations.
• Performing quality control on credit documentation.
• Providing project management support and communication.
• Support onboarding of new sites into Real-Time Monitoring/Connected Buildings program. This includes working with building teams to gather information on mechanical systems, controls, and utility meters so that a metering solution and controls integration plan can be developed.
• Assist with tracking of new city, county and state environmental (energy and carbon emissions performance) policies that affect our clients’ properties or RMR directly.
• Support outreach and engagement efforts, including committees, team events, and other engagement activities. Provide content for tenant engagement.
• Assist with configuring Power BI models for reporting on Energy & Sustainability program metrics such as Real-Time Monitoring, Energy Efficiency Capital and Building Certifications.
• Assist with energy savings calculations and templates.
• Other projects/responsibilities as assigned or as aligned with candidate’s skills.

Qualifications:

• Availability to work 40 hours per week in our Newton, MA office.
• Currently a junior, senior, or graduate student at an accredited college or university studying Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering or Sciences, Mechanical Engineering or Business-related degree, Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Knowledge of corporate sustainability programs and strategies a plus.
• Good communication skills including technical writing.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work.
• Proficiency with presentation skills and Microsoft software including Word and Excel.

Company Overview:

RMR is headquartered in Newton, MA and was founded in 1986.

RMR’s mission is to create long term value for our clients by managing their investments and assets “like we own it” – an approach that consistently and repeatedly generates opportunities for all our employees, investors and stakeholders. We are guided by six core values:

• Integrity at Our Core.
• Perform Passionately and Effectively.
• Inspired Thinking.
• Like We Own It.
• Power of We.
• Mutual Respect.

Visit our website to learn more about what makes The RMR Group a rewarding place to build a career.

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