Intern, Data Analyst

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About Us:
CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.
For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.
About the Role: 
CALSTART is hiring a Data Analyst Intern to support the Data & Analytics (DnA) team in advancing clean transportation initiatives. This intern will play a key role in data processing, research, and analysis for projects like the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), the Joint Electric Truck Scaling Initiative (JETSI), and eTRUC, as well as broader research efforts. The internship is expected to last 4-6 months, starting in late Q1 or Q2 of 2025. This role provides an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in data-driven policy analysis, sustainability research, and transportation electrification.
This is a 3 - 6 month part time internship requiring a 25 hour per week commitment.

What You'll Do:

• Data Processing & Analysis: Work with R or Python to clean, process, and analyze large datasets.
• Analytics & Research: Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to support clean transportation projects.
• Literature Review: Research academic papers, industry reports, and policy documents to inform data insights.
• Preliminary Data Insights: Produce visualizations, reports, and trend analyses to support decision-making.
• Stakeholder Communication: Assist in data collection by engaging with industry partners, researchers, and internal teams.
• Presentation Development: Prepare materials, reports, and visualizations for stakeholder meetings and internal discussions.

What You Bring To The Table:

• Data Analytics Experience: Proficiency in Excel and R or Python for data processing and statistical analysis.
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to clearly present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Critical Thinking & Creativity: A problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify insights from complex datasets.
• Attention to Detail & Grit: Ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and maintain accuracy in data analysis.
• Interest in Clean Transportation & Sustainability: Passion for advancing zero-emission technologies and environmental research.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or above in STEM or Business Analysis 

We understand that not everyone will match the above qualifications 100%. If your background isn't perfectly aligned but you feel you would be a great addition to the team, we'd love to hear from you.
We're a tight-knit team of world-class innovators, business minds, and change agents who believe passionately in our mission and put our team ahead of self. We are committed to the continued development and growth of our employees and invest in your success!
We care about your personal well being as much as your professional success and offer generous benefits to full time employees including: 100% company paid comprehensive health benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance, Retirement plan with generous company contributions, FSA for Health and Dependent Care, 3 weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment, 11 paid company holidays, paid sick time, paid family leave, and more!
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