Location: Remote
Deadline: February 1, 2026
ABOUT R&D B2B MARKETING
R&D works with companies building the next wave of energy technology: geothermal developers, teams designing grid-safe power systems for AI data centers, silicon-battery platforms, methane-measurement companies, and waste-to-energy innovators. We help them explain complex technology in clear language, connect their work to market and policy trends, and communicate with both customers and the people who shape investment decisions. The projects move quickly, cover a wide range of technical topics, and give you a front-row seat to how new energy systems come to market.
Website: https://www.rdb2bmarketing.com/
JOB TITLE AND WORK LOCATION
Energy Marketing & Communications Intern
Fully remote (U.S. based only)
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The intern will support day-to-day work across several energy and clean-technology clients. Tasks focus on research, writing, organization, and making technical ideas easier to communicate. You’ll also learn how we incorporate AI tools into our workflow in a thoughtful, high-quality way.
Typical work includes:
- Researching technology, policy, and market trends across geothermal, advanced power systems, methane reduction, silicon-based batteries, and grid-safe AI infrastructure.
- Turning technical or policy material into clear, plain-language briefs for internal and client use.
- Drafting content for newsletters, social posts, fact sheets, and PR materials.
- Using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Perplexity) for first-pass research, idea generation, light summarization, or organization (always! paired with careful review and refinement).
- Mapping competitor messages and identifying themes or gaps in the market.
- Tracking media coverage and building lists of relevant reporters for specific technologies.
- Organizing timelines, notes, and content libraries for client work.
- Joining internal and client meetings (when appropriate) and preparing notes or follow-ups.
- Assisting with analytics (web traffic, LinkedIn engagement, basic keyword trends).
Additional Details
- Length: 10–12 weeks, flexible start and end dates
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Physical requirements: Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and manage tasks independently in a remote environment.
REQUIREMENTS
Required Skills
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Ability to break down complex or technical topics
- Interest in energy, clean technology, engineering, or policy
- Solid research skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks independently
- Familiarity with Google Workspace and basic spreadsheets
Preferred Skills
- Experience in marketing, communications, journalism, research, engineering, or policy
- Exposure to energy or technology coursework
- Familiarity with LinkedIn as a professional channel
- Ability to use Slack and other communications channels
- Basic awareness of SEO or analytics (helpful but not required)
CLASS LEVEL ELIGIBILITY
Open to second-year through fourth-year undergraduates and Master’s students.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
- Resume with summary
- Writing sample (analytical or communications-focused)
FUNDING
This internship is funded by the Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth.
Applications
Undergraduates: Apply via Handshake
Master’s Students: Please submit a single PDF with your resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript to Katie Fassbinder at katief@uchicago.edu