Company Profile

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,000 member companies and 255,000 Americans working across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal levels, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry.

SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders who start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA values diversity and fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that celebrates team success. The association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named by the Washington Post as a 2023 Top Workplace and a Best Nonprofit to Work For by the Nonprofit Times.

Internship/Position Description:

SEIA is looking for a regulatory affairs law clerk to work with our federal regulatory department, working on energy, environmental, tax, and labor policy issues. The Law Clerk will have the opportunity to hone research and writing skills, strengthen communication skills, participate in SEIA meetings and events, improve networking skills, and address real-world regulatory and litigation issues affecting the solar and storage industry. A background in energy/environmental issues, administrative law, or in government is a plus.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Researching energy and environmental statutes, regulations, and guidance
• Drafting pleadings, memos, and emails
• Filing comments
• Participating in calls and meetings

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Currently enrolled in rising 2L or 3L at an accredited law school
• Organized, flexible, ability to multitask
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Westlaw/Lexis

Compensation:

This position pays $18/hour. The internship will start in Feburary through the beginning of May. For our internship Frequently Asked Questions, click here.

This position is 20-30 hours/week (If local to DC, interns MUST be in the office on designated team days and specifically on Wednesday for cohort touch base)

Working at SEIA

SEIA values diversity, inclusion, and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. We strive to welcome different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, regardless of job function, to create a more resilient organization supporting a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We will develop strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry.

SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SEIA is an EVERIFY employer.