What are the responsibilities and job description for the Federal Priorities Internship - Summer 2026 position at Advanced Energy United?
About Advanced Energy United
Advanced Energy United is a national industry association representing businesses that provide the full range of advanced energy and transportation solutions. Our team works to educate, advocate, and activate in decisionmaker venues across the country.
We advocate for public policies that enable competition and work alongside our member companies to create economic opportunity, lower consumer costs, and bolster energy reliability and resilience across the country. We work with decision makers at every level of government as well as regulators of energy markets to build progress toward an economy built on advanced energy.
If you’re an entrepreneurial, innovative, analytical and thoughtful person looking to make an impact in the clean energy space, United might be the perfect place for you to share your talents. Team members at United are given the trust and responsibility to make big things happen, and myriad opportunities to learn new skills, explore new issue areas, and work with a broad cross section of the clean energy community. Being a team member at United also means working with a talented and diverse group of people, some who bring decades of experience spanning advocacy, philanthropy, clean tech, government and more—and our collaborative approach means we get to learn from each other, expert and novice, every day. And while our organization is fully remote, we are proud of the people-focused culture we have built and the connectedness of our team.
We work on serious issues, take our mission seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously.
Job Description
Advanced Energy United's Federal Priorities team is seeking a summer intern interested in and knowledgeable of federal clean energy policy. The Federal Priorities team will immerse you in our day-to-day interactions with clean energy companies, in conversations with our lobbyists, and with Congressional offices.
This role is for undergraduate and graduate students interested in clean energy, federal policy, and government relations who are curious, organized, and eager to learn. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing, research, and communication skills and will come in with a basic understanding of recent major federal energy policies, administrative actions, and current industry trends pertaining to permitting processes and critical minerals.
Key Responsibilities
Required Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Preferred Skills
Detail-oriented; intellectually curious; strong written and oral communication skills; and interest in advanced energy and/or public policy career
Special Application Instructions
To be considered for this internship, please submit a resume and cover letter expressing why this opportunity and organization interests you.
Dates: 6/15-8/14
Location: DC (Hybrid)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Compensation: $18.00/hr
Advanced Energy United is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/ or to perform essential job functions please contact the Talent Acquisition team at careers@advancedenergyunited.org. We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice across our organization (“DEIJ”). We also incorporate these values into our mission of making the energy we use secure, clean, and affordable. We know that varied perspectives and a commitment to social justice are needed to succeed in making the United States an advanced energy economy. We commit to building and supporting an inclusive workforce that represents different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints.
Advanced Energy United is a national industry association representing businesses that provide the full range of advanced energy and transportation solutions. Our team works to educate, advocate, and activate in decisionmaker venues across the country.
We advocate for public policies that enable competition and work alongside our member companies to create economic opportunity, lower consumer costs, and bolster energy reliability and resilience across the country. We work with decision makers at every level of government as well as regulators of energy markets to build progress toward an economy built on advanced energy.
If you’re an entrepreneurial, innovative, analytical and thoughtful person looking to make an impact in the clean energy space, United might be the perfect place for you to share your talents. Team members at United are given the trust and responsibility to make big things happen, and myriad opportunities to learn new skills, explore new issue areas, and work with a broad cross section of the clean energy community. Being a team member at United also means working with a talented and diverse group of people, some who bring decades of experience spanning advocacy, philanthropy, clean tech, government and more—and our collaborative approach means we get to learn from each other, expert and novice, every day. And while our organization is fully remote, we are proud of the people-focused culture we have built and the connectedness of our team.
We work on serious issues, take our mission seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously.
Job Description
Advanced Energy United's Federal Priorities team is seeking a summer intern interested in and knowledgeable of federal clean energy policy. The Federal Priorities team will immerse you in our day-to-day interactions with clean energy companies, in conversations with our lobbyists, and with Congressional offices.
This role is for undergraduate and graduate students interested in clean energy, federal policy, and government relations who are curious, organized, and eager to learn. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing, research, and communication skills and will come in with a basic understanding of recent major federal energy policies, administrative actions, and current industry trends pertaining to permitting processes and critical minerals.
Key Responsibilities
- Legislative Research & Analysis: Track and analyze energy-related legislation in the United States Congress; prepare bill summaries, policy memos, and reports on Presidential executive and agency actions; attend and analyze hearings in relevant Congressional committees.
- Regulatory Tracking & Advocacy Assistance: Monitor updates in policy and regulations impacting the advanced energy sector; draft, review, and edit advocacy materials like letters, testimonies, and presentations; provide research support for cross-organizational project efforts.
- Stakeholder Coordination Support: Assist with coalition partner communications and meeting coordination; manage trackers and take detailed notes on reoccurring calls.
Required Skills
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Preferred Skills
Detail-oriented; intellectually curious; strong written and oral communication skills; and interest in advanced energy and/or public policy career
Special Application Instructions
To be considered for this internship, please submit a resume and cover letter expressing why this opportunity and organization interests you.
Dates: 6/15-8/14
Location: DC (Hybrid)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Compensation: $18.00/hr
Advanced Energy United is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/ or to perform essential job functions please contact the Talent Acquisition team at careers@advancedenergyunited.org. We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice across our organization (“DEIJ”). We also incorporate these values into our mission of making the energy we use secure, clean, and affordable. We know that varied perspectives and a commitment to social justice are needed to succeed in making the United States an advanced energy economy. We commit to building and supporting an inclusive workforce that represents different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints.
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