Job Description

2026 Summer Intern Climate Center

ICF supports government and private-sector clients in their efforts to transition to a low-emission future and become more resilient to the impacts of climate change. We develop emissions inventories and carbon footprints conduct greenhouse gas mitigation policy analyses assess climate risk create climate action and resilience plans and more.

The Energy and Climate Planning line of business at ICF provides comprehensive consulting services and solutions to public private and international clients. Our work includes targeted climate action planning climate risk assessments decarbonization and clean energy strategies advanced data analytics and stakeholder engagement to help organizations navigate the transition to a low-carbon resilient future. The ICF Climate Center is ICFs thought leadership hub offering compelling research and unique insights to help organizations establish clear practical pathways forward by combining climate science predictive analytics and deep engagement.

Climate Center interns will gain experience across both groups by supporting our regular staff on client-focused projects and collaborating with their cohort to contribute to a shared ICF Climate Center Flagship Report. You will learn about the latest topics in climate change mitigation climate risk assessment and climate resilience as well as cutting-edge solutions for implementing climate action. Additionally you will gain valuable insights into the field of consulting including working on small group projects to meet the needs of a client or the Climate Center.

This is a full-time 10-week entry level internship position that begins in June and ends in August 2026. The internship can be remote from anywhere in the United States. At this time we are unable to provide relocation nor housing is expected to be $23 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on projects related to energy and environmental markets greenhouse gas inventories and mitigation analyses climate change communication including stakeholder engagement climate change vulnerability assessments adaptation and resiliency planning and climate justice and social equity.

• Contribute to a Climate Center flagship report that drives attention and engagement toward the Climate Center.

• Perform quantitative problem-solving data collection and analysis.

• Review literature conduct research and synthesize findings into summaries and reports for both technical and general audiences.

• Translate technical climate science and risk management topics into terms that are meaningful to general audiences.

• Provide logistical and planning support for meetings workshops and webinars.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 60 credit hours of college coursework completed by start date with a focus in Engineering Mathematics Statistics Data Science Climate & Meteorology Economics Environmental Science & Policy Climate Science Public Policy Business Administration Communications or Hard Sciences (Physics Chemistry Biology etc.) or any related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a collaborative manner.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in a quantitative tool or software (e.g. Python R or GIS).
• Experience conducting scientific and/or policy research performing literature reviews and synthesizing findings into clear insights.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.

We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer . Together our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :

$34392.00 - $58466.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Required Experience:

Intern

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