2027 Summer Intern, Research & Analysis (Reston, VA; New York, NY)

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that combines consulting expertise with technology to help clients solve complex challenges. The Research & Analysis Intern will support utility program workstreams through market research, data analysis, visualization, product development, business development, and strategic planning related to emerging energy solutions.

What you'll do:

• Collaborate with domain leads and teams across multiple disciplines to support ongoing tasks and ad-hoc needs
• Support research and analysis on utility programs, emerging energy technologies, distributed energy resources (DERs), virtual power plants (VPPs), electrification, and related areas
• Develop dashboards, presentations, and visualizations that support business strategy and client delivery
• Support product development and commercialization initiatives for innovative energy solutions
• Assist with business development activities, proposal support, and strategic planning efforts
• Synthesize complex information into concise summaries and recommendations

What they're looking for:

• At least 30 completed college-level credit hours and actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Energy, Sustainability, Engineering, Economics, Business, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Marketing, or a related field
• Candidate must be a US citizen, reside in the U.S., be authorized to work in the U.S
• A completed bachelor's degree and enrollment verification in a master's program or 9 credit hours complete in graduate coursework in Energy, Sustainability, Engineering, Economics, Business, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Marketing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with data analytics, visualization, or reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel Power Query, or similar platforms
• Experience using AI-enabled productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT) for research, analysis, or content development
• Interest in emerging energy technologies, including distributed energy resources, battery storage, load flexibility, demand response, and electrification
• Strong intellectual curiosity, ability to solve complex problems, and enthusiasm to learn beyond what is required for daily tasks
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment and a capability to prioritize tasks; strong time management, analytical, and inter-personal skills

Benefits:

• This role can be hybrid from Reston, VA or New York, NY.
• Dedicated mentorship from leaders and subject matter experts
• Hands-on experience with technologies and solutions shaping the future of energy
• Access to training and workshops
• Networking opportunities across a diverse group of consulting professionals