ICF Next

Energy and Climate Researcher

ICF Next$60K — $103K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Environmental Data Science, Economics, etc.) by start date
  • Demonstrated interest in energy, climate, or sustainability topics
  • Comfort with quantitative data analysis and handling large datasets
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with R/Python for data analysis
  • Strong communication skills for presenting quantitative results effectively
  • Organizational skills for managing multiple priorities and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Assist with research and data analysis related to energy and climate planning
  • Conduct quantitative analyses to inform sustainability strategies
  • Create visualizations and models to present data findings
  • Support client engagement by translating data into actionable insights
  • Provide regulatory and policy support in energy and environmental contexts

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with at least 2 days in the office
  • Opportunities for professional development and learning
  • Engagement with diverse clients and projects in the sustainability sector
  • Exposure to cutting-edge climates and energy solutions
  • Work within a collaborative team environment fostering innovation
Full Job Description
ICF is hiring multiple positions to assist with research, data analysis, technical reviews, report writing, and engagement-related activities to support our energy and climate planning consulting practice. These positions will focus on energy and economic analyses, procurement and planning; regulatory and policy support; greenhouse gas accounting and management; infrastructure climate risk and resilience; and supporting various clients with sustainability goal setting 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 presentation narrative. This is an entry-level position, intended for candidates who have 0-1 years of experience and are available to start working Summer 2026. This position will be based in ICF's Crystal City office (Arlington, VA) or Reston, VA Headquarters, with a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., minimum 2 days in the office; the other days may be remote or in the office). Pay for this position is expected to be in the mid-$60K range. 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, clean energy, climate or sustainability topics. - Comfort performing quantitative analyses as well as with managing and analyzing large datasets. - Comfort working with quantitative data analysis tools, particularly Microsoft Excel, R, and/or Python for advanced statistical analysis, data visualization, and modeling; experience with GIS. - Comfort working in Word, PowerPoint, Canva and other tools to communicate and present information. - The ability to use research and data to help "tell a story" and provide salient information with which our clients can make decisions. - Comfort reading and interpreting technical and analytical information. - Familiarity with energy markets and economics, modeling, greenhouse gas accounting, climate adaptation and resilience, and/or sustainability practices related domestic policies and regulations. - Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, including excellent writing and oral communication skills. - 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 - Energy and environmental policies and regulations - Clean energy options - Climate resilience and sustainability planning - Programming experience - Developing greenhouse gas inventories and estimating greenhouse gas reductions - Familiarity with relevant industry standard protocols and methods and tools - Decarbonization topics - Life-Cycle analysis - Client engagement - Experience communicating complex topics to general audiences - Collaborating with cross-functional teams with diverse expertise - Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively manage time Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for 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: $60,967.00 - $103,643.00 Reston, VA (VA30)

About ICF Next

ICF Next is a global marketing and communications agency that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including healthcare, energy, and transportation. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. ICF Next offers a comprehensive suite of services, including branding, digital marketing, public relations, and social media management. The company has a strong reputation for delivering innovative and effective solutions that help its clients achieve their business objectives. ICF Next is committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and it has received numerous awards for its work in these areas.
Learn more about ICF Next
Size
8,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$54.9 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+5.6%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
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