COGA is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for an intern position that makes a direct impact on Colorado's energy future.  Specifically, we are looking for an environmental science or engineering intern to assist in oil and gas regulatory compliance and rulemaking efforts.  COGA engages with the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, the Colorado Public Utility Commission, the Colorado Public Health and Environment Department (Air Pollution Control Division and Water Quality Commission) and the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission on a wide variety of environmental and safety issues.

Applicant must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to facilitate groups of technical Environmental Health and Safety Professionals to translate data into meaningful policy arguments.  This candidate must value efficiency and be a team player on a variety of strategic issues.  You will have an opportunity to work on everything from air quality and emissions reductions to wildlife issues to downhole wellbore integrity issues to name just a few.  You do not need to have experience in a specific subject matter, but will have an opportunity to learn about a broad scale of issues pertaining to the oil and gas industry. 

Leadership and core values are extremely important in this role.  You will support a strong team in everything from meeting facilitation and note taking, agenda preparation, data compilation and report and public comment writing.  Written and oral communication is critical as well as tactical and strategic thinking.  

This position will be working 10-15 hours per week in a highly collaborative environment with exposure to a diverse range of professionals within the industry.

Graduate Students in an engineering or sciences field are preferred.