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About the Fellowship

Inspired by the legacy of IMT’s founding chair, Dr. David B. Goldstein, the Research Fellowship Program supports recent undergraduate students as they transition into the clean energy workforce. The program provides the Fellow with valuable leadership skills and experience in research and policy work focused on accelerating the decarbonization of buildings while benefitting communities —a foundational component to create jobs, reduce harmful pollution, and create healthier spaces in American cities.

Position Description

IMT is seeking a motivated Fellow that will engage with cities, communities, utilities, regulators and the commercial real estate market to help drive high-performing buildings. The Fellow will work closely with and contribute to project teams across the organization such as IMT’s Business Engagement, Policy, and Community Engagement teams. This includes research, writing, and program implementation help.

The Fellow will have the opportunity to work on a variety of topics, and will collaborate closely with their supervisor to identify opportunities including new project development and publishing original materials. In addition, the Fellow will work with an internal advisor to design a fellowship project that they will present to IMT staff at the end of their term and seek opportunities for publication. The fellow will work in parallel with their supervisor to create a professional development plan, and receive training on project management, strategic communications, and other areas identified.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis of topics that may include energy and housing affordability, workforce development, and economic development, in support of improving the performance of buildings
• Work closely with IMT’s program teams to support key project activities, while learning about IMT’s three core audiences and theory of change
• Surface opportunities for cross-team alignment and collaboration
• Engage with community organizations, companies, trade associations, and government agencies
• Create educational materials (articles, presentations, case studies) on building performance issues
• Work with industry partners (utilities, NGOs, trade associations and others) to coordinate research and policy development
• Contribute to program delivery to our partners (coordinating meetings, preparing agendas, creating memos, conducting outreach)
• Work with fellowship advisor to identify and design a fellowship project within the first month
• Work on other projects as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

• Fellow will also attend a 2-day in-person orientation and our Annual staff retreat.

Applicant Eligibility

• Demonstrate a commitment to IMT’s mission and vision
• Be no more than 1 year out of undergraduate
• Have the ability to work in the United States and commit to the entire fellowship. IMT is not offering work visa sponsorship at this time.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• A college degree by the time of employment
• An interest in the field of policy, energy, or sustainability
• Enthusiasm, dedication, and a drive to succeed
• Demonstrated problem-solving and research skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Ability to perform self-directed work and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines

About IMT

The Institute for Market Transformation (IMT) is a trusted, non-partisan nonprofit organization that works to ensure that everyone in the U.S. benefits from high-performing buildings in all facets of their lives. IMT bridges the intersection of business, government, and community priorities to spotlight business practices and advance public policy to improve U.S. buildings.

IMT is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion at the organizational level and through our programmatic approach. We have built partnerships with local organizations, cities, and businesses to address community needs around energy accessibility and affordability.