Energy Savings Maintenance Technician Intern Host Organization: Strategic Energy Management (SEM) Energy Trust of Oregon Internship Type: Paid Internship (Part Time) Industry: Grocery / Facilities Maintenance / Energy Efficiency
Internship Length: Ends Dec 31st 2025 About the Program This internship is part of the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) initiative supported by the Energy Trust of Oregon which partners with grocery stores across the state to drive measurable energy savings through behavior-based and operational improvements. The SEM intern will work closely with facility teams and energy advisors to identify document and support the implementation of energy-saving maintenance practices. Position Overview As an Energy Savings Maintenance Technician Intern youll gain hands-on experience in energy efficiency and facility operations within grocery environments. You will assist with the maintenance and optimization of key systems including HVAC refrigeration and lighting while learning to apply SEM principles in a real-world setting. This internship is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in energy management building systems HVAC/R or sustainability. Key Responsibilities - Assist in identifying and implementing no-cost and low-cost energy-saving opportunities across multiple grocery store locations.
- Support preventative maintenance tasks on energy-intensive systems such as HVAC lighting and refrigeration.
- Participate in facility walk-throughs energy assessments and action plan development.
- Collect and organize system performance data (e.g. runtime hours temperatures schedules).
- Collaborate with store facility managers energy coaches and the SEM team.
- Document findings track progress toward energy goals and present results during SEM meetings.
Qualifications - Currently enrolled in or recently completed a technical or academic program related to HVAC energy management building systems or mechanical/electrical trades.
- Strong interest in energy efficiency sustainability or grocery facility operations.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems; familiarity with HVAC/R a plus.
- Organized curious and comfortable working in active retail environments.
- Ability to travel to grocery store sites within Southern Oregon and Northern California
- Valid drivers license.
- Must be able to work independently under supervision and follow safety protocols.
What Youll Gain - Practical experience in commercial energy efficiency and facility maintenance.
- Training in Strategic Energy Management tools methods and best practices.
- Exposure to real-world challenges in the grocery industrys energy use.
- Networking with professionals in energy consulting engineering and facility operations.
- A pathway toward full-time opportunities in the energy efficiency field.
Competitive hourly pay and mileage reimbursement.
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