Public Policy Intern

The Public Policy Intern’s role will focus on supporting the Health and Product Stewardship and/or the PFAS Coordination Team with research, analysis and communications related to regulatory and policy development. This includes policy research and analysis on current regulations that impact the oil and gas sector; regulatory tracking of chemical risk evaluations and chemical regulations at the federal level; creating briefs, drafting letters and/or talking points on current regulations; meeting support with members and government agencies; and assistance in managing product stewardship databases.

Projects and Tasks

• Tracking chemical risk assessments and evaluations status
• Tracking chemical specific regulations that impact oil and gas sector
• Updating chemical risk assessment tracker that is used internally for various projects
• Drafting one-pagers on emerging policy or regulations that impact members
• Assisting with in-person and virtual meetings with members

Qualifications

• Degrees in public policy or public administration, environmental science or engineering, economics, energy policy, bioscience degrees
• Interest in oil and natural gas sector, chemical management/policy, science policy, human health exposure, worker exposure, exposure modeling, epidemiology and toxicology.

Physical Requirements

• Able to remain in a stationary position working on a computer
• Move about the office to access office machinery, meeting rooms, etc. 
• Operate a computer and other office machinery such as printers and copy machines
• Transport items and equipment up to 25 lbs. on occasion

Travel Requirements

•  Up to 25% 

This job outline describes the typical accountabilities and requirements of the position and should not be construed as an all-encompassing description of every duty performed by or expected of the incumbent.

EEO Statement

API is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Our success in maintaining a reputation for professional excellence depends on selecting the best qualified candidates. Achieving this objective means that no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, age, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and reproductive health decisions), genetic information, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, matriculation, credit information, the status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual offense, or any prohibited basis under federal, state or local law.

API is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Department via email at HumanResources@api.org. 

Candidates are typically hired at a point in the salary range based on prior experience, education, and market demand for the role; candidates are also compared internally to their peers.

API offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families. More information about our benefits may be found at api.org/about/careers/benefits.