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Advanced Energy United · 1 day ago

Policy West Internship - Summer 2026

Washington, DC

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $18/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Advanced Energy United is a national industry association representing businesses in advanced energy and transportation solutions. They are seeking a summer policy intern to support legislative and regulatory work in Arizona and New Mexico, providing hands-on experience in state energy policy and stakeholder engagement during a critical period for clean energy advocacy.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Legislative Research & Analysis: Analyze energy-related legislation in Arizona and New Mexico; prepare bill summaries, policy memos, and other reports; conduct research on policy models from other states and best practices in transmission, distributed energy resources, and grid modernization

Stakeholder Coordination Support: Assist with coalition partner communications and meeting coordination; maintain stakeholder contact lists and engagement tracking; prepare briefing materials for legislators, regulators, and coalition partners; support member company outreach and education efforts

Regulatory Proceedings: Monitor Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) and New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) dockets; research technical issues related to utility programs, grid planning, and energy markets

Event Planning & Communications: Support planning and logistics for stakeholder briefings, roundtables, and legislative education events; draft talking points, one-pagers, and fact sheets for policymakers and media; maintain internal project tracking systems and meeting notes; coordinate with communications team on press materials and social media content

Qualification

Microsoft Office SuiteLegislative ResearchStakeholder CoordinationRegulatory ProceedingsIntellectually CuriousInterest in Advanced EnergyInterest in Public PolicyDetail-orientedWritten CommunicationOral Communication