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[Remote] Data Analysis Intern

Remote Full-time Now Hiring

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all. The Data Analysis Intern will support the development of tools and models related to freight corridor electrification and zero-emission vehicle economics.

Responsibilities

  • Support the development of a knowledge and tools repository focused on freight corridor electrification deployments, including researching and organizing relevant data and resources, and refining and compiling existing tools
  • Support the development of a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model that assesses the impact of different policy measures on vehicle economics (e.g., road charges, feebates, etc.) for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, incorporating key vehicle, energy, infrastructure, operational, and financing parameters
  • Translate analytical results into clear visualizations, summaries, and user-friendly outputs for policymakers and other stakeholders
  • Collaborate with members of the Drive to Zero team and other CALSTART teams to prepare existing tools and resources for global adaptation and replication
  • Support other research and analytical activities related to zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, infrastructure, and enabling policy as needed

Skills

  • Current enrollment in, or recent completion of, a Master's degree in engineering, energy, transportation, environmental science, economics, data science, public policy, or a related field
  • Experience developing quantitative models, particularly TCO, techno-economic, financial, or policy-impact models
  • Familiarity with web-based tools, databases, dashboards, or digital knowledge platforms
  • Knowledge of zero emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, transportation electrification, charging infrastructure, or energy systems
  • Familiarity with clean transportation policies and the role of incentives, taxation, regulation, and other policy mechanisms in influencing vehicle economics
  • Experience translating analytical work into intuitive and user-friendly tools or visualizations
  • Interest in working in an international environment and supporting governments and other stakeholders in the transition to zero-emission transportation
  • Weekly Minimum Hours of Availability: 15-20

Benefits

  • 100% company paid comprehensive health benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Retirement plan with generous company contributions
  • FSA for Health and Dependent Care
  • 3 weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment
  • 11 paid company holidays
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid family leave
  • And more!

Company Overview

  • CALSTART is a nonprofit organization that partners with member companies to promote the development of clean transportation initiatives. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Pasadena, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.calstart.org.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • CALSTART has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 8 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 2 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.