What are the responsibilities and job description for the [Summer 2026] Energy Rater Internship - Worcester, MA position at Sustainable Comfort, Inc.?
Sustainable Comfort is a leading energy efficiency consulting firm committed to creating environmentally sustainable and comfortable living spaces. Our team specializes in providing energy rating and consulting services to improve the performance of residential and commercial buildings. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Energy Rater Intern for the Summer of 2026. This internship provides a unique opportunity to learn and contribute to various aspects of energy rating, HVAC design, and sustainable construction practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Sustainable Comfort, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Key Responsibilities:
- Introduction to energy modeling and application in multifamily residential projects.
- Utilize Bluebeam for dimensioning and assist in creating accurate project drawings.
- Conduct dimensioning take-offs and create context maps for projects.
- Gain an understanding of HVAC design reports and their implications on energy efficiency.
- Set up testing tables and assist in energy modeling for projects.
- Learn about the construction life cycle and the start-to-finish project process.
- Update project trackers with tested values obtained from on-site visits.
- Manage project folders and checklists to ensure comprehensive documentation.
- Participate in OSHA 10 training to ensure a safe working environment.
- Provide support for various green building program document submissions.
- Shadow Energy Raters during on-site inspections.
- Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as energy engineering, sustainability, or a related discipline.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Eagerness to learn and apply knowledge in a practical setting.
Sustainable Comfort, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.