Samuel Rappin

Experience

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  Colgate Investment Group

  Sept 2020 - May 2022

  ESG Analyst
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  Evergreen Real Estate Group

  May 2022 - Sept 2022

  Acquisitions and Construction Intern

  • Analyzed complex financial and business data using Excel, supporting decision-making on $20 million affordable and senior housing projects.• Recorded and managed compliance documentation for a 30-member team and cultivated relationships with over 400 subcontractors, facilitating collaboration on future projects.

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  Northwestern Energy and Sustainability Club (NESC)

  Aug 2022 - now

  President

  • Direct the planning and execution of 20+ educational events focused on energy and sustainability, including company recruitment, career panels, and speaker sessions, enhancing student career development and industry knowledge.• Amplify community involvement by forging strategic partnerships with industry professionals, driving a 25% increase in active student participation within a school year.

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  Environmental Law & Policy Center

  Mar 2023 - Jun 2023

  Environmental Policy Intern

  • Conducted in-depth research on Volkswagen's $108 million investment in Illinois for electric school bus initiatives, targeting sustainable transportation solutions in disadvantaged districts.• Co-authored three reports on the US Electric Bus Initiative's $5 billion allocation, advocating for environmental justice through the adoption of electric buses in underprivileged areas.

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  Ameresco

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  Energy and Sustainability Intern

  • Examined over 10,000 street lamps using Google Earth Pro, Excel, and AutoCAD, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and researching new markets for expansion, contributing to a pipeline valued at $50 million.• Executed hands-on testing of 2,000+ light sensors, enhancing lighting efficiency and contributing to significant energy savings.• Managed 20+ comprehensive walkthroughs at schools and businesses, assessing data on solar power, machinery, lighting, and HVAC systems, collaborating with engineers to inform project development and pricing. Show less

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  Klimaven (Små Klimamonstre)

  Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

  Business Development Intern

  • Engineered monthly social media campaigns on sustainability topics, boosting online engagement by 33% and growing the follower base by 18% over four months.• Crafted a strategic business plan, including SMART goals, competitive analysis, and market trend evaluations, resulting in a 25% increase in program funding within six months and sharpening the company's focus on environmental education for children.

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  Plant Futures

  Jan 2024 - now

  Founder and President

  • Spearhead initiatives dedicated to shifting toward a plant-based and sustainable food system through education, leadership, and career exploration, attracting over 100 attendees and fostering a community of 15 passionate students.• Design and organize six to eight impactful events, including expert speaker sessions, field trips, food tastings, documentary screenings, and recruitment opportunities with industry professionals, significantly enhancing community engagement and encouraging sustainability. Show less

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  The Garage at Northwestern University

  Mar 2024 - now

  Residency Co-Founder

  • Pioneering an innovative platform called ScaleUp that increases the utilization of fish byproducts from 40% to 90%, fueling economic growth in a multi-billion-dollar industry while boosting sustainability by minimizing waste and reducing overfishing.• Formulating a matchmaking service that connects commercial processors with byproduct users, creating new revenue streams for processors and establishing a reliable supply chain for entrepreneurs.• Conducted 100+ in-depth interviews with industry stakeholders, scientists, and indigenous communities, gathering critical insights that shaped the development of a minimum viable product. Show less

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  Constellation

  Jun 2024 - Sept 2024

  Market Analysis & Retail Strategy Intern

  • Researched and analyzed comprehensive data on electricity generation, pricing, customer usage, and revenue, updating data on billions of dollars in consumer savings in competitive energy markets compared to monopolistic systems, and presented findings to clients and contributed to advocacy efforts across the US.• Assessed $30 billion in new retail market expansion opportunities by evaluating energy usage, economic feasibility, and the political landscape, delivering detailed insights to the market development team, guiding strategic decisions.• Developed a carbon intensity assessment framework, analyzing trends in competitive vs. monopoly energy markets across the US, providing critical insights on renewable energy transitions to support advocacy and strategic planning. Show less

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  Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

  Sept 2024 - now

  Farley Student Ambassador

  • Represent the Farley Center for Entrepreneurship by providing guidance to prospective and current students, maintaining up to two hours of weekly office hours, and assisting with events and information sessions.• Engage in timely communication with peers and staff, responding to inquiries and meeting with prospective students and families.• Promote the Farley Center’s programs and initiatives on social media and through email outreach.