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NYSERDA · 3 days ago

Intern - Government Affairs and Sustainability

Albany, NY

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $20/hr

NYSERDA is a leader in advancing New York’s energy transition, focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability. The Government Affairs and Sustainability Intern will support legislative activities, assist in organizing work products, and contribute to sustainability projects.

Energy

Responsibilities

Assisting in tracking, analyzing, and sharing information about legislative activity and legislation

Assisting in tracking evolving interest of key legislators

Assisting with implementing systems to help organize work products and reference materials for the Government Affairs team and other authority staff

Conducting outreach to staff to prepare briefing documents and other materials

Tracking legislative responses, agency sustainability projects, etc

Conducting and summarizing research on a variety of topics, including legislation

Creating educational content for staff related to sustainability

Assisting with sustainability project development, execution, and tracking

Preparing reports and proposals

Drafting formal business letters

Performing other responsibilities, as assigned

Ability to demonstrate respect, equity, and inclusive behavior and practices of a diverse workforce and community

Qualification

Research skillsWriting skillsCommunication skillsMicrosoft OfficeWebExTeam collaborationAttention to detailWork ethicTime management

Required

Current, full-time college student, preferably pursuing a degree in public policy, political science, energy, environmental studies or sustainability

Good writing and communication skills, including attention to detail

Ability to use a land-line phone and voice mail, including comfort with speaking by phone

Ability to work remotely, as needed

Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of programs and WebEx

Demonstrated ability to research primary and secondary sources

Skill in managing multiple activities, delivering on commitments, and operating with speed, accuracy, and strong judgment

Ability to work solo or in a group, and follow through on assigned tasks

Strong work ethic

Company

NYSERDA

NYSERDA offers solution to increase energy efficiency, save money, use renewable energy, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. It is a sub-organization of New York State.

Founded in 1975

Albany, New York, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Pam Poisson

Chief Financial Officer

Anthony Fiore, Chief Program Officer, NYS

Chief Program Officer

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