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Energy CPT roles span renewable power, oil and gas, grid operations, and energy policy, fields where your DSO must confirm the work ties directly to your degree program before you start. Many positions require security background checks or E-Verify enrollment, so confirm those requirements before accepting an offer.
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Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC) is a leading energy infrastructure company delivering integrated solutions that provide reliable power and modernize infrastructure. Since 2000, we have served as a trusted partner to public and private sector customers across North America, the UK and Europe, delivering over $15 billion in solutions and contracting more than 5 GW of energy resources.
At Ameresco, we integrate energy resources and modernize the built environment through innovative infrastructure solutions that improve reliability, optimize performance, strengthen resilience, and support long-term sustainability. Join us in building the infrastructure that powers the future. Explore opportunities to make a meaningful impact while growing your career with a company at the forefront of energy innovation.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Our Smart Buildings Solutions team has an opportunity for an Energy Engineering Co-op. This co-op opportunity is based out of our Worthington, Ohio office. This position is full-time and runs from January to June 2027.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Engineering team in the development and implementation of energy efficiency projects.
- Assist with utility bill analysis, energy calculations, benchmarking, and reporting.
- Participate in facility audits and identify energy conservation opportunities.
- Support the implementation of energy efficiency measures such as lighting, HVAC, controls, and VFD projects.
- Assist with controls installations and gain real-world controls engineering experience.
- Support recovery services initiatives, including utility incentives, grants, and energy program research.
- Contribute to on-site generation projects including solar, CHP, and other renewable energy systems.
- Assist with energy consulting activities such as audits, assessments, and measurement & verification.
- Provide technical support to engineering, sales, and operations teams as needed.
- Travel to client sites within the Columbus, OH region as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Interest or experience in energy efficiency, sustainability, HVAC, controls, lighting, or building systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal, written, and technical communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local client sites as needed.
Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.
All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered. For further inquiries or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-AMERESCO.
Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC) is a leading energy infrastructure company delivering integrated solutions that provide reliable power and modernize infrastructure. Since 2000, we have served as a trusted partner to public and private sector customers across North America, the UK and Europe, delivering over $15 billion in solutions and contracting more than 5 GW of energy resources.
At Ameresco, we integrate energy resources and modernize the built environment through innovative infrastructure solutions that improve reliability, optimize performance, strengthen resilience, and support long-term sustainability. Join us in building the infrastructure that powers the future. Explore opportunities to make a meaningful impact while growing your career with a company at the forefront of energy innovation.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Our Smart Buildings Solutions team has an opportunity for an Energy Engineering Co-op. This co-op opportunity is based out of our Worthington, Ohio office. This position is full-time and runs from January to June 2027.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Engineering team in the development and implementation of energy efficiency projects.
- Assist with utility bill analysis, energy calculations, benchmarking, and reporting.
- Participate in facility audits and identify energy conservation opportunities.
- Support the implementation of energy efficiency measures such as lighting, HVAC, controls, and VFD projects.
- Assist with controls installations and gain real-world controls engineering experience.
- Support recovery services initiatives, including utility incentives, grants, and energy program research.
- Contribute to on-site generation projects including solar, CHP, and other renewable energy systems.
- Assist with energy consulting activities such as audits, assessments, and measurement & verification.
- Provide technical support to engineering, sales, and operations teams as needed.
- Travel to client sites within the Columbus, OH region as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Interest or experience in energy efficiency, sustainability, HVAC, controls, lighting, or building systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal, written, and technical communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local client sites as needed.
Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.
All official communications from Ameresco will originate from an @ameresco.com email address. Any correspondence from other domains should be regarded as fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activity to the platform where the issue was encountered. For further inquiries or concerns, please contact us at 1-866-AMERESCO.
Ameresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsEnergy CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do CPT at an energy company that requires a security clearance?
CPT authorization itself doesn't prevent you from applying for a security clearance, but most clearances take months to process and require you to already be on-site. Many energy companies with clearance-gated roles offer unclassified projects specifically for CPT students. Confirm with the employer which projects are accessible before your DSO submits the CPT authorization.
Does remote CPT work for energy roles count toward my curriculum requirement?
Remote work is permissible under CPT as long as your DSO confirms the role still satisfies the curricular requirement. The key issue for energy roles is that remote positions in grid operations, data analytics, or energy policy are generally easier to authorize than field-based roles that require physical presence at a plant or drilling site.
How do I find energy employers who are open to CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Energy roles filtered by employers with documented work authorization filing history, which helps you identify companies already comfortable with nonimmigrant work status. Utilities, renewables developers, and energy consulting firms tend to have more established CPT onboarding processes than smaller independent operators.
What happens if my energy CPT role extends beyond one semester?
CPT is authorized semester by semester on your I-20. If your energy internship runs across multiple terms, your DSO must reauthorize it each semester and confirm it continues to satisfy your academic program. Each reauthorization also counts toward the 12-month full-time CPT threshold that affects OPT eligibility, so track your cumulative hours carefully.
Can I use CPT at a startup energy company with no prior international hires?
Yes. CPT doesn't require the employer to file anything with USCIS, your school authorizes the work, not the company. The employer does need to provide an official offer letter with your job title, start date, hours per week, and supervisor name so your DSO can evaluate the curricular tie. E-Verify enrollment is only required if the employer is a federal contractor.