Intern - Emissions Management (Summer 2027)

GTI Energy, the nation’s leading research, development, deployment, and training organization serving the energy market, has an opportunity for an intern in our Emissions Management Team during the summer of 2027. This unit performs research, development, and demonstrations focused on technology and information aimed at greenhouse gas emission quantification, mitigation, environmental impacts, energy infrastructure integrity, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, procedural review, renewable energy, hydrogen adoption, technology validation and integration.

Under the direction of the hiring manager and project leads, the intern will support field and laboratory testing, data collection and analysis, and other engineering and scientific projects. This role offers hands-on experience in energy infrastructure and emissions, while developing technical research, writing, presentation, and collaboration skills.

GTI Energy is where complex energy challenges meet bold solutions. With deep expertise in energy research, technology development, and business innovation, we help partners across industries build and demonstrate solutions for better-performing energy systems.  Our progress is guided by collaboration, innovation, and systems thinking. 

Joining GTI Energy means being part of a purpose-driven team motivated by learning, growing, and making an impact. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a culture that values respect and belonging. Recognized as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for seven consecutive years, our people-focused culture reflects our commitment to creating an environment where people feel supported, valued, and able to thrive.

GTI Energy offers a competitive total rewards package including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. A high-level overview is available at: 2026 Benefits at a Glance GTI Energy.

The position will be based in the Chicagoland area at the GTI Energy Headquarters. We offer a hybrid/core work week, where employees are remote Mondays and Fridays, and required to be on-site Tuesday through Thursday, subject to manager discretion.

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In this role, you may:

• Perform hands-on tasks involving test set up, testing, and detailed data collection in the lab and in the field to support cross-cutting research efforts throughout the energy industry


• Perform engineering/scientific assignments under the general direction of the hiring manager and individual project Principal Investigators


• Perform detailed data/statistical analysis of information collected during testing


• Write and contribute to technical reports and white papers to effectively communicate the findings from research projects


• Potential travel for customer site visits, field demonstrations, or testing


• Attend safety meetings, safety training, and apply safety standards


• Apply standard engineering/scientific practices to complex features of designs


• Participate actively in project teams


• Adhere to project scope, deliverables, and budgets


• Perform other duties as assigned

• Research interests in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing environmental impacts from energy infrastructure and its operations


• Data/statistical analysis training (classes)


• Research interest in natural gas systems and associated industry R&D needs


• Ability to think logically and apply knowledge to new and unique situations


• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot equipment/issues in the field


• Good written and oral communication skills


• Knowledge of safe practices and safety standards

• Preference will be given to candidates in their final year of a bachelor’s program or pursuing a graduate degree in geosciences, energy systems, or a related STEM field.

Work may be performed in laboratory or technical facility environments and may involve:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods


• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers


• Stand for extended periods and move between workspaces while adhering to established safety procedures


• Work in laboratory environments with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and controlled chemical or mechanical hazards


• Lift up to 30 pounds


• Perform repetitive lifting of moderate weight


• Climb stairs and ladders and stand for up to 4 hours per day


• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions


• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.


• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

The salary range for this position is $17/hour - $28/hour USD annually. This salary range is GTI Energy’s good faith estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, GTI Energy’s business or organizational needs and an individual’s relevant experience, education, qualifications, certifications, skills, seniority, geographic location, and/or performance. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus. The range listed is just one component of GTI Energy’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, paid time off, and region-specific benefits.

GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment.  If you require any accommodation, please e-mail us at [email protected] and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and give consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information.