Student Energy Analyst: OSU Energy Efficiency Center
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. Your cover letter should address each of the minimum/required and preferred qualifications specified for this position.
- A resume that includes your skills, educational and work history, and three references.
- A copy of your unofficial OSU transcript.
For additional information please contact: Dr. Karl Haapala at Karl.Haapala@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position Information
Job Title: Student Energy Analyst: OSU Energy Efficiency Center
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Job Location:
Position Appointment Percent: 100
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Min Hourly Rate: $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $21.00 (Standard); $18.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week during academic terms and a maximum of 40 hours per week during academic breaks) Student Energy Analysts positions for the OSU Energy Efficiency Center (EEC) at Oregon State University (OSU). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year. Students should have technical aptitude and a proven ability to apply themselves, learn new technologies, work independently, and complete assignments in a timely manner. This position offers successful applicants the opportunity to gain practical experience and professional development in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
Student Energy Analysts tour regional industrial facilities and/or commercial buildings, collect data, and prepare recommendations for manufacturing, water/wastewater treatment, and other clients to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste generation, and increase profitability. Applicants should be able to work with the center at least five quarters cumulatively, ideally for one academic year and the two adjoining summers, for effective training and mentoring.
What does the OSU EEC do?
The OSU EEC works to increase the knowledge base and application of approaches to increase energy, resource, and operational efficiency. A key project is the US DOE-funded Industrial Assessment Center (see: https://iac.university) which offers small and medium-sized manufacturers comprehensive onsite energy and efficiency assessments. Student teams led by engineering faculty visit manufacturers and seek ways to increase profits by increasing productivity and reducing energy use and waste.
Anticipated Hourly Wage: $15.00
Position Duties
- 15% Visiting regional industrial/commercial facilities
- 15% Collecting data on processes and systems
- 40% Preparing recommendations for clients to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste generation, and increase profitability
- 30% Report writing/editing and other duties as assigned
- Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
- Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
- Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
- High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
- Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
- Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
- Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
- Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
- Availability for one to two school years & two summers (at least five quarters, 10-20 hours/week during the school year and 30-40 hours/week in summer)
- Completion of relevant coursework that supports technical analysis of industrial processes and facilities to identify areas of improvement in energy consumption and/or productivity.
- Demonstrated effectiveness as a communicator (e.g., written, oral, and visual/graphical technical communication).
- Dedicated work ethic, skills in independent problem solving, and an ability to work collaboratively in teams.
- Experience with MS Word and Excel, as well as online tools such as Google Apps and Box.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
- Ability to commit to working at the OSU Energy Efficiency Center for two years (including summers).
- Completed an introductory course in thermodynamics, heat transfer, or energy and mass balances.
- Experience interacting with external clients or customers.
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
- Work is performed in a typical office environment, laboratory, on or off main campus, or at partner institutions.
- Must be able to ascend/descend stairs to access OSU EEC office and equipment room and access process equipment at industrial sites or commercial facilities.
- May maneuver up to 50 lbs. and may be required to stoop, bend and kneel on hard floors as necessary.
- Shift and/or work assignment may be changed based on operational needs. Flexible working hours may be required.
- Analysts are expected to work 10-20 hrs/week during the school year and 30-40 hrs/week during the summer.
Posting Number: P11211SE
Number of Vacancies: 15
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 07/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date:
Posting Date: 06/13/2024
Full Consideration Date:
Closing Date: 07/01/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search: Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. Your cover letter should address each of the minimum/required and preferred qualifications specified for this position.
- A resume that includes your skills, educational and work history, and three references.
- A copy of your unofficial OSU transcript.
For additional information please contact: Dr. Karl Haapala at Karl.Haapala@oregonstate.edu
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
