In essence, your role involves:
- Work alongside and rotate among ACT’s North American renewable fuels, electricity and emissions teams
- Gain exposure to environmental commodity markets, including Renewable Electricity Credits (RECs), Renewable Fuel Credits (RINs, LCFS, RTCs) and carbon credits
- Deliver value through ad-hoc market-focused or market-adjacent projects, under the direction of ACT’s sales and trading teams
- Create value by developing and presenting an Intern Project related to environmental commodity markets, innovative products or strategies, novel analysis, etc.
- Participate in team building events with the Intern class and ACT front and back-office staff
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates with the following qualifications and attributes:
- An undergraduate currently pursuing a degree in engineering, economics, business or sustainability with an expected graduation date of December 2027 - June 2028
- A student of the markets, preferably with demonstrated interest in electricity and fuels markets and the environmental attributes associated with them.
- A natural collaborator who works well with others, whether under direction, in support of or alongside more senior employees
- A creative yet critical thinker with strong analytical skills who can articulate thoughts and ideas clearly
- An expert in MS Office Suite, with, ideally, some familiarity with Python, Power Automate or other analytical tools.
Please note: this role is 100% in-office in New York City
The pay range for this position is $30-40 per hour; actual base pay may vary based on various factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, level and experience. The base pay is just one component of the total competitive compensation package for employees.
If you meet these criteria and are ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply.
ACT Commodities Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions at ACT Commodities Inc. are made without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, family or parental status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in engineering, economics, business, or sustainability
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
- Demonstrated interest in financial markets, preferably electricity and fuels markets and related environmental attributes
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work alongside senior employees
- Creative and critical thinking skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with Python, Power Automate, or other analytical tools
- Ability to work 100% in-office in New York City
What We Do
ACT is the world’s leading provider of market-based sustainability solutions. As enablers of the global energy transition, ACT helps organizations hit their climate targets, no matter how ambitious. Since 2009, ACT has become a trusted brand in high-impact climate projects, green electricity markets, renewable energies and energy efficiency, emission allowances and carbon offsets. With a growing portfolio of over 70 products in 40 plus countries, ACT’s consultants in Amsterdam, Shanghai, New York and Paris deliver bespoke solutions backed up by unparalleled market knowledge. ACT builds its relationships on trust and fosters an entrepreneurial environment. In shaping environmental markets, ACT enables its partners to pursue sustainable futures.
