Clean Energy Markets – Market Analysis Fellowship


For more than two decades, Conservation Services Group (CSG) has helped Americans make smart energy use decisions an important part of the way they live and work. CSG designs, develops, and delivers innovative, results-driven energy efficiency, energy conservation, sustainability, and renewable energy programs. We bring our experience, expertise, creativity, and commitment to our goals of using environmentally-responsible approaches in helping business and home owners lower costs, increase comfort, and improve indoor air quality; and in championing the development and use of renewable, alternative energy.

People who work at CSG say that it’s a unique kind of organization- one that nurtures individual talents and inspires dedication. We share a commitment to our work and our mission. CSG has a collegial atmosphere, where people respect and encourage each other to help the environment and change the way our country uses energy. How about you; do you see yourself as a part of our team?

Current Job Opportunity Summary:

CSG is currently seeking a Market Analysis Fellow for its Westborough, MA office. The position will be a one year fellowship to support analyses of REC markets, business development, and policy research. The Fellow will report to the Deputy Director of the Clean Energy Markets Team.

Responsibilities:
•    Research renewable and energy efficiency policy and programs in multiple states
•    Analyze supply and demand within New England REC markets at present and using future projections
•    Conduct market research to support business development efforts
•    Perform calculations for client submissions to state regulatory agencies
•    Support business development leader at conferencing and networking events
•    Monitor current energy and carbon regulatory and policy developments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
•    Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, Business, or a related discipline
•    Demonstrated project initiative and flexibility to work independently or with a team
•    Understanding of energy and carbon related issues including clean energy markets, carbon markets, and energy policy
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel to conduct data analysis, perform calculations and manage multiple spreadsheets
•    Ability to learn new things quickly and adapt to new situations
•    Organized, self-starter and innovative thinker with problem solving skills

Reports to:
Deputy Director, Clean Energy Markets Team

Salary:
$36,000 - commensurate upon experience

Benefits:
The Fellow will also receive CSG's comprehensive benefits package which includes paid holidays, 80% paid medical, 50% paid dental, paid life & AD&D and paid STD & LTD insurance coverage, plus employer matching retirement plan.

Application Schedule:
Please apply online with cover letter and resume at: http://jobs-csg.icims.com

Application Deadline: May 29, 2009 (Applications will be considered on a rolling-basis beginning in March 2009)

Start Date: late August/early September 2009