Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) Associate
$45,760–$52,000 year
HybridKingston, New York, United States or Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica
Job Summary
Conduct applied research on empathetic banking and equitable lending models, summarizing findings in written memos and creating financial literacy toolkits for borrowers. Identify automation opportunities for repetitive tasks, log weekly challenges in the pilot journal, and facilitate monthly case debriefs to capture lessons learned. Support impact measurement by auditing data systems, designing dashboards, and publishing borrower case studies highlighting financial and environmental outcomes. Assist with HELP Fund fundraising tasks including events, grantwriting, and prospect follow-up. This three-month internship supports MHET's equity-centered financing model to make home energy upgrades accessible for low-income households in the Hudson Valley.
Required Qualifications
- An individual currently attending or who attended a degree program at a college or university located in New York State within the last 12 months as of the date of the intern application.
- A current New York State resident attending or who attended a college or university outside of New York State within the last 12 months as of the date of the intern application.
- New York State residency, with proof of residency such as a rental agreement or utility bills, must have been established prior to the start of the internship.
- New York State residents who are members of a disadvantaged community and/or priority population.
Desired Qualifications
- Strong interest in equitable finance, community wealth-building, and sustainable housing.
- Research and analytical skills, including comfort with both qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Excellent written communication and organizational skills.
- Initiative and curiosity to explore creative solutions to systemic barriers in clean energy financing.
- Familiarity with data analysis, process mapping, or low/no-code tools is a plus.
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