Community Engagement and Events Intern (BATWorks NYC)

About LACI The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) is a nonprofit organization creating an inclusive green economy by unlocking innovation, transforming markets, and enhancing communities. Founded by the City of Los Angeles and the Department of Water & Power, LACI is recognized as one of the world’s most innovative business incubators. You can learn more at laci.org. Note: While LACI is based in Los Angeles, CA, this internship is based in Brooklyn, New York, and is in person at our BATWorks location. Intern Scope Summary This fixed‑duration internship is designed for entry‑level individuals pursuing careers in the climate space, focused on research and convening. The intern will report to LACI’s SVP of BATWorks and work closely with the Events and Ecosystem Coordinator and the Pilots Associate. What You’ll Do Clean Energy Permitting and Regulatory Research : Prepare a research report on the major permits required for deployment of clean energy technologies in New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany. Technologies include district heating/thermal energy networks, battery energy storage systems, EV chargers, vehicle‑to‑grid/building, onshore wind, heat pumps, battery repurposing, etc. Clean Energy Event Marketing & Promotion : Draft event copy and pre‑ and post‑event emails linking to state decarbonization goals, write copy for flyers, newsletters, and social media toolkits, join event‑planning meetings with co‑hosts and partners, set up Asana pages with event tracking, DARCI assignments, and deadlines, identify new newsletters/event pages, and build & update slide decks and agendas. Event Logistics & Day‑of Support : Source vendors, support catering setup and attendee check‑in, coordinate event setup & takedown, capture photo/video footage, and guide attendees to locations as needed. Reporting & Data : Track event attendance and metrics, build and maintain the BATWorks analytics dashboard using Looker Studio. Ecosystem & Community Outreach : Join community events, share information about BATWorks, and write a blog post for the LACI blog focused on clean energy. Requirements Interest in, or concurrently pursuing, a university degree focused on a career in climate and clean energy. Ability to work 15 hours per week in person on a predictable schedule (some combination of Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) between August and December 2026. Preferred Qualifications Spoken Spanish language skills strongly preferred. Interest in or familiarity with the Sunset Park neighborhood. Background in climate and clean energy. Position Details This is a five‑month, part‑time, temporary internship starting immediately. The budget is anticipated to be about $20 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI)