Student Energy Analyst - OSU EEC

About the role

Department: School of Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering

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 writing sample demonstrating your technical writing skills.
• A copy of your unofficial OSU transcript.

This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard) as per OSU Standard et seq.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

About the role

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. Student teams led by engineering faculty visit manufacturers and seek ways to increase profits by increasing productivity and reducing energy use and waste.

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

Transferable Skill Development

• OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of
• Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires.

In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, and Equity & Inclusion

Qualifications

• 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*

Additional information

*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.

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 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.
• Eligible to obtain authorization to drive an OSU Motor Pool Vehicle
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Salary Range

Anticipated Start Date: 2026-07-10

Anticipated End Date: 2027-06-30