Energy and Climate Researcher (Arlington, VA or New York, NY)

ICF is at the forefront of preparing leading-edge analyses andplans that advance reliable, resilient, cleanand affordableenergyand economy-wide solutionsto critical climate and energy challenges. We work closely with our clients to move intoaction and implement policy, program, and technical solutions.

ICF is hiring multiple positions to assistwith research, data analysis, technical reviews, report writing, and engagement-relatedactivities to support our energy and climate planningconsulting practice. These positions will focus onenergy and economic analyses, procurementand planning;regulatory and policy support; greenhouse gas accounting and management;infrastructure climate risk and resilience; and supporting various clients with sustainability goalsetting and performance management. The positions will have a focus on quantitative analyses and synthesizing research and data through statistical analyses, data visualization, and modeling.These positions will also require the ability to communicate and translate quantitative results into a report or presentationnarrative.

This is an entry-level position, intended for candidates who have 0-1 years of experience and are available to start working during Fall 2026. This position will be based inArlington, VAor New York,NY,with a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., minimum 2 days in the office; the other days may be remote or in the office). For candidates with 0-1 years of experience, the salary for this position is $66kwith a $2.5k signing bonus.

Basic qualifications:

• By start date, a completed Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Data Science, Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental or Energy Engineering, Economics, Chemistry, Math, Statistics, Environmental Sciences, Environmental Policy, Operations Research, or similarly related field.

Preferred qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in energy, economic, climate, resilience,or sustainability topics.

• Comfort performing quantitative analyses as well as withmanaging and analyzing large datasets.

• Comfort working with quantitative data analysis tools, particularly Python, Microsoft Excel, R, and/or GIS for advanced statistical analysis, data visualization, and modeling.

• Comfort working inWord, PowerPoint, Canva and other tools to communicate and present information.

• The ability to use research and data to help “tell a story” andprovide salient information with which our clients can make decisions.

• Strong writing skills and a demonstrated ability to clearly and professionally communicate with both a technical and non-technical audience.

• Comfort reading, interpreting, and presentingtechnical and analyticalinformation.

• Familiarity with energy markets and economics, climate adaptation and resilience, and/or sustainability practices, policies,and regulations.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to use AI tools(e.g., CoPilot, ChatGPT) for research and task efficiencies.

Candidates are encouraged to highlight,in their resume, any experience with the following:

• Energy markets, economics,and modeling

• Climate resilience and sustainability planning

• Energy, water, and/or transportation infrastructure

• Energy and environmental policies and regulations

• Programming experience

• Familiaritywith relevantindustry standard protocols and methods and tools

• Clean energy and decarbonization topics

• Client or community engagement

• Experience communicating complex topics to technical and non-technicalaudiences

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams with diverse expertise

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively manage time

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Working at ICF

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand 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 withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [email protected] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto 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 orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. Weare dedicated to providingthe 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 payfor 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: