Intern - Events Management

Events Management Intern

As a leader in advancing New York’s energy transition, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has remained a credible, objective and trusted partner in ours state’s energy planning as well as deploying new and innovative technologies to expand New York’s economy. NYSERDA has worked for the past 50 years to protect the environment and help New Yorkers increase energy efficiency, lower energy costs and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. NYSERDA engages with stakeholders including residents, business owners, developers, community leaders, local government officials, universities, utilities, investors, entrepreneurs, and more, to develop, invest, and foster conditions that: 

• Attract the private sector capital investment needed to expand New York’s clean energy economy. 
• Overcome barriers to using clean energy at a large-scale in New York. 
• Enable New York’s communities and residents to benefit equitably in the clean energy transition. 

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

This is a paid internship for current students at an accredited college. The pay rate is from $18 to $20 per hour based on current class year. This internship will begin June 1, 2026 and with potential to continue through fall 2026. 

Interns must be located in New York State or an immediately adjacent state while working. It is expected that interns will follow our telework policy, with a combination of in-office and remote work. Interns work up to 18.5 hours per week during the semester, and up to 37.5 hours per week between semesters, when not attending classes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Events Management team with planning and execution for in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, including but not limited to, venue selection, budget development, contract negotiation & execution, onsite support, and virtual event platform. 
• Identify areas for process improvements and increased efficiencies  
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned 
• Ability to demonstrate respect, equity and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current college student pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Master’s degree
• Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft suite of programs 
• Skilled in managing multiple activities, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Organized and able to work independently with attention to detail and critical thinking skills 
• Dependability with a strong work ethic 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference for a student pursuing a degree in Events Management or Hospitality Management
• Experience with Cvent is preferred

Please submit two files, one for your cover letter and another for a resume, through our Careers page online.

(Applications submitted only through your school’s recruiting portal will not be considered.)

Please note that during the application process, you may be prompted to opt-in to Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) scoring. This is an automatic request in the ADP system but is not a feature that is used by NYSERDA in its recruiting and hiring process. Your response will have no impact on your application to NYSERDA.

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