Conference & Events Intern - Clean Energy (Hybrid, Paid)

American Clean Power Association (ACP); Washington; Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) invites applications for a Conference & Events Internship, Jan–Jun 2027, based at ACP's Washington, DC headquarters with a hybrid schedule. The paid internship ($20/hour) offers hands-on experience in planning and executing CLEANPOWER and related spring conferences, plus exposure to emerging leaders programs and attendee journey initiatives.

Working with ACP's Events team, you will gain experience in logistics, attendee engagement, registration systems,

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate, with an interest in event management, hospitality, marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
• Relevant coursework or prior internship experience related to events, conferences, or program coordination preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Familiarity with event registration platforms, databases, or project management tools preferred.
• Interest in clean energy, sustainability, or public policy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and coordination of ACP conferences, meetings, and events.
• Assist with program and content planning, including speaker coordination, scheduling, and materials preparation.
• Logistics support with organizing pre-event shipments, sponsorship fulfillment coordination with vendors, tracking special event RSVPs, editing onsite event materials such as information packets, security protocols, event playbook; and hotel bill applications. Pre-event and onsite coordination with hotel and convention center partners.
• Help maintain event-related information and documentation, including attendee lists, session details, and internal tracking materials.
• Support the use of event technology platforms, including registration systems, speaker management software, and mobile event tools.
• Assist with on-site or virtual event execution as needed, including day‑of coordination and support.
• Contribute to post‑event activities, such as feedback collection, reporting, and documentation.
• Support additional projects and tasks as needed to meet team priorities.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Recent graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

The American Clean Power Association (ACP) invites applications for a Conference & Events Internship, Jan–Jun 2027, based at ACP's Washington, DC headquarters with a hybrid schedule. The paid internship ($20/hour) offers hands-on experience in planning and executing CLEANPOWER and related spring conferences, plus exposure to emerging leaders programs and attendee journey initiatives.

Working with ACP's Events team, you will gain experience in logistics, attendee engagement, registration systems,