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Industrial Decarbonization Intern

Carbon Direct
Location not specified
Internship
Posted January 16, 2026
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Job Description

The internship involves supporting research, modeling, and analysis to advance industrial decarbonization efforts, focusing on reducing and removing CO2 emissions through innovative technologies and strategies in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research, modeling, expert interviews, and data analysis to support industrial decarbonization projects
  • Assist in research, synthesis, writing, and preparation of presentation materials
  • Participate in collaborative problem-solving with project teams
  • Support internal communication and coordination across teams to achieve project goals
  • Develop and contribute to reports, briefs, and presentations summarizing analytical insights

Requirements

  • Current graduate student or recent college graduate in engineering, chemistry, earth sciences, physics, environmental science, or a related field.
  • Interest in carbon management solutions, including decarbonization and carbon removal technologies.
  • Experience or coursework in one or more of the following: Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and/or Techno-Economic Assessments (TEA).
  • Experience or coursework in carbon markets, voluntary or compliance standards.
  • Experience or coursework in emissions mitigation strategies such as efficiency, electrification, carbon capture and storage, and fuel switching.
  • Experience or coursework in engineered and hybrid carbon removal solutions, e.g., direct air capture, bioenergy with carbon capture and storage, mineralization.
  • Knowledge of industrial ecology or chemical engineering principles.
  • Understanding of electricity generation and grid decarbonization strategies.
  • Ability to synthesize findings from scientific and technical reports.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with limited supervision when necessary.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills for internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Excel and/or analytical software such as R, GIS, Tableau.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive stipend of $4,000 per month
Work environment is fast-paced and collaborative
Role may involve occasional travel
Flexible work arrangements
Opportunities to work on cutting-edge climate solutions
Engagement in research, modeling, analysis, and presentation tasks
Participation in small group, departmental, and company-wide dialogues
Development of analytical and communication skills

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