Paid Capitol Hill Policy Internship – Clean Energy

ClearPath, Inc.

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

ClearPath, Inc. in Washington, DC offers fall internships for students to contribute to policy, government affairs or operations teams. Interns gain exposure to Capitol Hill, the Administration, industry stakeholders, and real-world policy analysis.

Interns are hourly and paid bi-weekly; fall internships last a semester. Responsibilities include researching policy trends, preparing briefs, attending hearings, and supporting event coordination while learning from seasoned staff in a fast-paced

Qualifications

  • Interest in Capitol Hill operations, political processes, policy or clean energy technologies and energy systems.
  • A professional and personal commitment to ClearPath’s mission and values.
  • Proficient in Google Workspace.
  • Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data.
  • Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Aiding interns in building competencies towards future goals.
  • Partnering with interns to identify opportunities and learning areas across ClearPath’s portfolio.
  • Exposure to projects across interest areas with potential rotations between departments.
  • Assist in preparing research, briefs, newsletters, and educational materials.
  • Attend hearings and prepare briefings for the team.
  • Coordinate events, meetings, and follow-up items.

Skills

Interest in Capitol Hill operations
Proficient in Google Workspace
Data analysis
Networking & interpersonal skills
Verbal & written communication

Education

Currently enrolled in a four-year university working toward a Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

ClearPath, Inc. in Washington, DC offers fall internships for students to contribute to policy, government affairs or operations teams. Interns gain exposure to Capitol Hill, the Administration, industry stakeholders, and real-world policy analysis.

Interns are hourly and paid bi-weekly; fall internships last a semester. Responsibilities include researching policy trends, preparing briefs, attending hearings, and supporting event coordination while learning from seasoned staff in a fast-paced

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