Job Description
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About Lux
At Lux Research, we’re at the forefront of human-centric innovation, exploring cutting-edge developments in consumer research, science, technology, and sustainability that shape the future. Our expert team provides proprietary research and advises the world’s largest brands (think: McDonald’s, Shell, Honda) on emerging consumer and technology trends (think: How do consumers view plastic packaging? What are the innovative electric charging start-ups worth investing in? What is the next big technology that will help us achieve our net-zero targets?), providing actionable insights for industry leaders. While we work with iconic consumer brands, we also partner with global leaders in Oil and Gas, Utilities, Chemicals, and Industrials, helping them navigate transformation and drive impact at scale. Join us in crafting content that tells the story of breakthrough innovations and empowers companies to make informed, impactful decisions
Role Description
Lux Research is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intern to join our Utilities team, with a specific focus on power transmission and distribution innovation. The intern will help track and evaluate cutting-edge developments in the electrical grid space, focusing on areas that promise to improve upon existing technologies.
This is a unique opportunity for students or early-career professionals passionate about energy systems, sustainability, and innovation research.
Please note that this role is a hybrid position out of Boston, MA.
Responsibilities:
· Innovation Landscape Analysis: Investigate trends and breakthroughs in power transmission and distribution technologies.
· Patent Research: Analyze patent filings to assess the direction and intensity of innovation activity in the grid sector.
· Academic Publication Review: Scan recent publications to identify promising research and emerging technical approaches.
· Startup and Investment Tracking: Monitor startup ecosystems and funding activity to detect where capital is flowing and why.
· Technology Assessment: Compare new solutions with today’s baseline technologies, identifying opportunities for improvement and disruption.
· Reporting and Insights Development: Summarize findings and insights into digestible formats for use by internal stakeholders and clients.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
· Pursuing a degree in Engineering (Electrical, Energy Systems, etc.), Data Science, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or related fields.
· Ability to work in-person out of the Boston, MA office 2-3 days a week.
· Strong interest in the electric power grid, utilities, and emerging technologies.
· Analytical and research experience (e.g., with patents, academic databases, or startup ecosystems).
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Familiarity with Excel, PowerPoint, and literature databases (e.g., Google Scholar, IEEE Xplore, Crunchbase, etc.).
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
What you’ll gain:
· Exposure to real-world innovation scouting and analysis processes.
· Understanding of energy and grid modernization challenges and solutions.
· Mentorship from industry experts and technology analysts.
· Experience contributing to actionable research for commercial and policy audiences.
Lux Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Lux Research is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Lux prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Lux Research conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. law. Lux Research conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.