Looking for a job or internship? Here’s a collection of opportunities from inside and outside the University of Chicago.

Fellowships

The Institute's fellowship programs provide hands-on experience to students and early-career researchers interested in pursuing a career in energy and environmental research.

Polsky Research Fellowships

The Institute's Polsky Research Fellows program provides undergraduates with full-time summer positions conducting climate and energy research with faculty mentors.
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Bartlett/DRW Fellowships

A program of EPIC, Bartlett Fellowships pair Harris master's students with EPIC faculty mentors to conduct climate and energy research during the summer or academic year.
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Polsky Policy Fellowships

A collaboration with the UChicago Institute of Politics, the Institute funds summer internships with leading organizations in climate, energy and environmental policy for UChicago undergraduate students.
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Predoctoral Fellowships

EPIC's predoctoral fellowships are full-time, one- or two-year positions serving as a bridge between college and a doctoral program.
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On-Campus Opportunities

Internship

Environmental Frontiers Undergraduate Research Assistant with EFCampus, AY 26-27

The Environmental Frontiers Initiative invites applications for AY 26-27 Undergraduate Research Assistants. EFCampus brings together a variety of campus stakeholders – students, faculty, and staff – to collaboratively explore issues of campus sustainability. It is a unique research opportunity for...
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Communications Intern | Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth

Deadline: September 20, 2026 The Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth is looking for a student intern with an interest in communications, public relations, journalism, and/or marketing to help with daily tasks and special projects. There are opportunities for the...
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CSEi Research Fellow

The Climate Systems Engineering initiative (CSEi) at the University of Chicago invites applications for the 2027-29 cohort of CSEi Research Fellows, to be appointed at the rank of Postdoctoral Researcher at the Rank of Research Associate. We seek outstanding early...
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Abrams Environmental Law Clinic Fellow (2026-2027)

The University of Chicago Law School is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time position training and supervising law students as a Clinical Teaching Fellow, appointed with the rank of Lecturer, in the Law School’s Abrams Environmental Law Clinic. The one-year...
internship·Sep 16, 2026

EPIC Summer Research Assistant(s) – Michael Greenstone (2027)

Priority Deadline: October 15, 2026 The Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC) invites applications for the Summer 2027 Undergraduate Research Assistant Fellowship. EPIC is contributing innovative solutions to the Global Energy Challenge: how can we ensure that...

External Opportunities

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Associate Energy Market Analyst | ISO New England

Job Description Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 11:00 PM ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid....
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Data Engineer I | Greenlight America

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Greenlight America is the leading grassroots campaign force powering the nation’s clean energy transition at the local level. Founded in 2023, we educate, empower, and mobilize volunteers to make their voices heard and win permitting approvals for clean...
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Market Intelligence Analyst – Data Centers & Power Infrastructure | BCE Consulting

Who we are: BCE Consulting is a management consulting firm, founded to offer clients a more engaged and hands-on experience. Our partner-led, team-based approach allows us to successfully solve cases and advise clients on their most challenging business issues such...
Volunteer Opportunity

Volunteer with Gateway to the Great Outdoors

Gateway to the Great Outdoors (GGO) partners with Title I public schools in Chicago, IL and St. Louis, MO—schools where students often have limited access to hands-on learning and time in nature. Our college volunteers are mentors, leading weekly classroom...

Climate & Growth Fund

The Institute invites UChicago students who have secured an unpaid, external summer internship in a climate-related field with the opportunity to apply for a stipend.
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