CLEER Internship: Colorado College Career Center Funding
Summer 2020
About Me:
Name: Zach Benevento-Zahner
Class Year: Senior
Majors: Economics and Environmental Policy
Minor: Race, Ethnicity and Migrations Studies
Hometown: Harrisonburg, VA
Summary: This summer I worked remotely with CLEER. I worked on three main projects: an Economic Transition Study, a Regional Energy Inventory, and a Colorado Clean Deiseal Outreach project. Through these projects I learned about data collection and management skills. I also have gained knowledge about the oil and gas industries role in generating public revenue on the Western Slope of Colorado. I am excited to take these newfound skills and interests into the workforce next year.
Internship Overview:
Position Title: Summer Intern
Employer Name: CLEER
Employer Location: Carbondale, CO
On-site or Remote: Remote
Industry: Climate Change Policy, Non-Profits
Highlights: Creating a groundbreaking regional energy inventory and economic transition article.
Internship Goals
Goal #1: Meet people working in the area of Carbondale–Goal met
Goal #2: Understand what it is like to work for a small non-profit–Yes!
Goal #3: Compare the politics of rural Colorado and Virginia–Yes.
Personal Impact
This has been a fantastic experience that has shaped what I want to do with my future. I have really enjoyed working with a tight knit team to accomplish some truly cutting edge climate work.
My Contributions
I worked on three projects. See my summary for greater detail
Life Outside of Work
I lived in Colorado Springs with my roommates during the summer. I did some fun hiking and swimming while not working.
What's Next
I am not sure. I hope to find a good job and will probably go to Grad school eventually.
Advice
If you want a position see if you can make it happen. This position had to be created this summer. With the help of the career center it was possible.
Connect With Me
z_beneventozahner@coloradocollege.edu
(540) 705-1661