Graduate (Year-Round) Intern - Innovation and… at National… · Golden

Summary: National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development. This internship will support the acceleration of energy technologies to market through various tasks including data entry, event management, and outreach for the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center. Responsibilities: - Support for the Innovation Showcase, September 30 in Beaver Creek, Colorado (hire date – October) - Support IEC programming as required, including the gathering of impacts and metrics from program alumni innovators and companies - Organize important data through data entry in Excel and Customer Relationship Management software to support IEC networks and programs. The internship will work in coordination with the IEC data team to support the development of metrics and analyses - Support the IGF Pitch Competition Application Process (September – January): - Outreach and Recruitment of Applicants: Support the recruitment of advanced energy startups to apply to present at the IGF Pitch Competition through extensive email outreach and proactive calls to startups to inform them of the IGF and value proposition of applying. This involves both researching prospective applicants and communicating the value proposition of IGF participation - Coordination with Investor Selection Committee and Score Analysis: Support the pitch competition selection process, help recruit and coordinate the Investor Selection Committee, and assist in score analysis and final selection recommendations - Application Platform Management: Support setup and administration of the application software - Support to the In-Person Pitch Competition IGF Event (January – May) - Presenter Management: Support IGF team with coordination of and communication to presenting companies following selection - Recruitment and Organization of Pitch Judges: Support IGF team with the recruitment and coordination of and communication with seated investment professionals and judges - Prep Materials for Pitch Competition Session: Create run of show documents, and other materials needed to ensure a seamless pitch competition event - Support for Mobile App, Investor Attendees and 1:1 Networking (January – May) - Mobile App Support: Support the setup and administration of the mobile event management platform - Investor Table Host Recruitment and Management: Support recruitment of investor table hosts for 1:1 networking, respond to inquiries, and ensure smooth coordination before and during the event - Support for General Event Management and Logistics (January – May) - Event Software Management: Support setup and administration of our event management software, including registration, speaker management, exhibitor management etc - Overall Event Management: Support overall program event management, including the IGF email account, website updates, surveys, and sponsor recruitment - Registration Outreach: Support social media and marketing efforts including content marketing - Speaker/Content Management: Help with speaker coordination and management of content sessions, including updating the agenda, run of shows, collecting information from speakers, creating slides, and other tasks as needed - Logistics Support: Other logistic support as needed including signage coordination, food and beverage, volunteers etc - Support for Sponsors Management (November – May) - Identify Prospects: Support identifying potential organizations that are strong prospects for sponsorship - Information management: Organizing and tracking prospective and engaged sponsors using IEC’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool - Communication and Relationships: Maintaining timely communication and strong relationships with sponsors and ensuring deliverables, commitments, and deadlines are met Required Qualifications: - Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average - Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor's degree program from an accredited institution - Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor's degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year - Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master's degree program from an accredited institution - Post Graduate: Earned a master's degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year - Graduate + PhD: Completed master's degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution - Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process - If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process - Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date - A growth mindset and willingness to jump in where needed to support the team, particularly on tasks requiring quick turn-around - Eagerness, interest, and capability to learn about the advanced energy technologies that will create real impact - Proficiency with Excel, including advanced skills such as dynamic arrays (ex: xlookup), advanced formulas, and automation using python or other tools - Enthusiasm for data entry, analysis and management - Effective written and oral communication skills for communicating with senior level individuals at startups and investment funds, and contribution to content marketing - Comfort making cold calls to prospective stakeholders to articulate value of the IGF and to help with customer service issues - Software-savvy familiarity with various software platforms and systems, including CRM, mobile app, registration, email marketing, etc. Ability to quickly understand and pickup software and virtual platforms - Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative approaches to outreach, engagement, event execution, and process improvement - Strong network and relationship management skills, with the ability to build, maintain, and steward professional relationships with startups, investors, sponsors, and partners - Excellent organizational and task management skills, including the ability to manage multiple workstreams, prioritize competing deadlines, and track details in a fast-paced environment Required Skills: Excel, Python, Data Entry, Data Analysis, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Mobile App Management, Event Management Software, Email Marketing, Cold Calling, Relationship Management, Task Management, Growth Mindset, Creative Thinking Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match, Sick leave (where required by law), Performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component, Relocation expense reimbursement