1.  Position Summary

The Energy Data & Benchmarking Intern supports the delivery of high-quality benchmarking and energy performance services in alignment with SIG’s mission to promote a more sustainable built environment. As a member of SIG’s ENERGY STAR & Ordinances team, the intern will assist with utility data management, ENERGY STAR certifications, ordinance research, and client support tasks across a portfolio of commercial buildings. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with energy data systems, building performance benchmarking tools, and sustainability compliance programs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about energy efficiency, data accuracy, and environmental responsibility.

2. Responsibilities

Energy Data Management & ENERGY STAR Support

• Enter, verify, and organize utility data (energy, water, waste) for client properties using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.
• Support the ENERGY STAR certification process, including coordinating building walkthroughs and documentation needs.
• Collaborate with the ENERGY STAR & Ordinances team and data analysts to ensure proper documentation and project tracking.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of hours worked and task completion for assigned projects.

Research & Educational Support

• Research local, state, and national benchmarking and building performance ordinances.
• Monitor changes in energy-related regulations, including performance metrics and compliance deadlines.
• Aggregate or draft educational materials related to ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and benchmarking best practices.
• Research and present findings on energy data platforms and emerging tools relevant to building performance management.

Business Development & Outreach Support

• Identify opportunities for SIG to expand client support in new cities or states with emerging energy ordinances.
• Support internal presentations and discussions by providing research on energy efficiency trends and regulations.

Learning & Professional Development

• Gain practical experience with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and local compliance programs.
• Participate in a mid-internship evaluation to support performance growth and mentorship.
• Access credential resources as part of SIG’s professional development program.

3. Additional Responsibilities (applies to ALL roles)

• Support the Company’s vision and mission statement.
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures as outlined in the various Corporate Policies and the Employee Handbook.
• All employees are responsible for general cooperation and support of all Company locations.
• All employees are expected to work in a manner that supports a safe and healthy work environment for themselves and others. This includes following established rules, policies and practices of environmental, health and safety in the workplace. 

4. Education and Experience

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in a related field such as Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or Data Analytics. Prior internship, academic, or project experience related to energy benchmarking, sustainability, or utility data analysis is preferred but not required. A strong interest in energy efficiency, building performance, and tools such as ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager is highly encouraged.

5. Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities

Technical /Business Unit Related Skills & Knowledge: The technical skills and knowledge that are important for a specific role that enable an employee to fulfil the technical and business needs of their role. This is to be defined by the respective business unit/department and will be evaluated in performance assessments.

• Strong organizational skills and acute attention to detail, particularly in managing large datasets and verifying utility data.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving project priorities.
• Demonstrated interest in energy efficiency, building performance, or sustainability in the built environment.
• Willingness to learn new technical concepts, ask questions, and receive feedback constructively.
• Academic or project experience related to energy benchmarking, environmental science, or utility data management.
• Basic data analysis skills or experience (e.g., Excel formulas, pivot tables, charts, or data validation techniques).

6. Competencies

Fundamental competencies form the foundation for individual and organizational success in TÜV SÜD and apply to all employees and showcase behaviors aligned to TÜV SÜD values and culture cornerstones and will be evaluated in performance assessments.:

• Communication
  • Listen to others and send clear, convincing and balanced messages as well as effectively exchange ideas, information and feelings with stakeholders.
  • Pay attention to non-verbal behavior and respond respectfully.
  • Give and take feedback constructively.
  • Possess empathy and make it the guiding principle for communication.
• Collaboration
  • Work as a team with people (internal / external) through traditional and / or virtual collaboration, to develop ideas / solutions and complete a project / task, taking into consideration diversity in views and experiences.
  • Respect other’s opinions and feedback
  • Keep communication open and never withhold information necessary to carry out tasks.
  • Place group goals above personal satisfaction and/or recognition, and reach consensus on how to achieve the goals.
  • Show appreciation and support each other.
• Customer Orientation
  • Assess and understand internal and external customer needs.
  • Act with integrity when creating value and results for customers and the organization.
  • Establish and maintain effective and trusting relationships with customers.
  • Continuously identify and explore business opportunities and innovation.
• Self- Management
  • Effective and efficient in managing one’s time, energy, emotional well- being, and workload.
  • Maintain a good professional image, work standards and expectations.
  • Ensure personal life does not impact work productivity and efficiency.

Operational competencies reflect current and future needs required to perform each job in TÜV SÜD. They are competencies that can be applied to all employees (professional and Expert) and are further broken down into sub-categories of cross area methodology and strategic technology:

• Product Management
• Sales
• Digital Literacy & Cybersecurity
• Innovation
• Project Management
• Sustainability

7. Material and Equipment Directly Used

General office equipment; telephone, computer, and other communication tools

8. Working Environment /Physical Activities

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, reach with hands and arms; always requires employee to sit, talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel.  Position requires close vision.
• Ability and willingness to communicate frequently if required by telephone, fax and email and other communication tools to ensure that the organization’s business is completed effectively and in a timely manner.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level is moderate.

No travel required.