Intern - Government Affairs

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking an intern to support our Government Affairs, Political Action, and Project Development teams. This internship offers hands-on experience in policy research, legislative and regulatory monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.

Ideal candidates are students pursuing Government, Political Science, Pre‑Law, or Law and who are eager to learn about the intersection of public policy and the energy industry. The program runs for twelve weeks beginning May 2027.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree with an expected graduation date Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Pursuing Government, Political Science, Pre‑Law, or Law studies.
• Strong writing and communication skills; interest in public policy and energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring legislative and regulatory developments relevant to the energy industry.
• Support research, analysis, and preparation of briefing materials.
• Help coordinate activities related to political action initiatives and project development.
• Participate in meetings and strategy sessions with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to special projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Excel

Education

College enrollment (Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 expected)

Government/Political Science/Pre-Law/Law studies

Tools

Excel

Job description

Energy Transfer is a master limited partnership that owns and operates one of the largest and most diversified portfolios of energy assets in the United States. In total, the Company owns and operates approximately 120,000 miles of natural gas, crude oil, refined products, and natural gas liquids pipelines, terminals, and acquisition and marketing assets which are used to facilitate the purchase and sale of crude oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and refined products.

This is a twelve (12) week paid internship program beginning May 2027. You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with an expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

Summary:

Energy Transfer is seeking an intern to support our Government Affairs, Political Action, and Project Development teams. This internship offers hands‑on experience in policy research, legislative and regulatory monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates are students pursuing studies in Government, Political Science, Pre‑Law, or Law who are eager to learn about the intersection of public policy and the energy industry.

Description:

As an intern with Energy Transfer, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting our Government Affairs and Political Action initiatives, as well as contributing to project development efforts. This role will provide exposure to policy research, stakeholder engagement, and the legislative/regulatory process, while also developing skills in communication, analysis, and project coordination.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with monitoring legislative and regulatory developments relevant to the energy industry.
• Support the team with research, analysis, and preparation of briefing materials.
• Help coordinate activities related to political action initiatives and project development.
• Participate in meetings and strategy sessions with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to special projects as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• The intern applicant should be enrolled in college, preferably as a candidate of one of the following degrees:
  • Students pursuing studies in Government, Political Science, Pre‑Law, or Law.
  • Strong communication and writing skills.
  • Interest in public policy, government relations, and the energy sector.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills and proficiency in Excel
• Experience in/knowledge of the energy industry is preferable, but not required
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment with occasionally tight deadlines

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER:

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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