Policy Intern

ACORE; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

ACORE in Washington, DC seeks a Policy Intern to advance clean energy through education, collaboration, and supportive finance. This paid internship offers a hybrid or remote work arrangement.

Responsibilities include qualitative and quantitative research on topics such as clean energy project finance, permitting, and electricity demand impacts; tracking legislation; drafting reports, blogs, and fact sheets; and attending conferences and webinars.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program.
• At least 20 hours of internship availability per week throughout the spring semester.
• Demonstrated interest in clean energy.
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills.
• An ability to work independently, multitask, and take ownership over projects and assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on a variety of topics, potentially including clean energy project finance, energy project permitting, and the impacts of electricity demand growth.
• Track and analyze legislation that affects clean energy investment and development.
• Assist with the drafting of reports, blog posts, fact sheets, and other documents, as necessary.
• Attend ACORE conferences and webinars as appropriate.

Skills

Research skills

Writing

Editing

Independence

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

ACORE is seeking a Policy Intern to help advance clean energy through education, collaboration, and supportive finance. ACORE is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that promotes investment in American clean energy infrastructure, development, and innovation. ACORE’s membership includes clean energy investors, developers, energy buyers, power generators, manufacturers, and energy providers.

The ideal candidate has strong skills in research and writing as well as a desire to impact positive change on clean energy policy. Interns will report to the Director, Policy & Engagement. This internship is paid at a rate of $19.00 per hour and can be conducted on a hybrid or remote basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on a variety of topics, potentially including clean energy project finance, energy project permitting, and the impacts of electricity demand growth.
• Track and analyze legislation that affects clean energy investment and development.
• Assist with the drafting of reports, blog posts, fact sheets, and other documents, as necessary.
• Attend ACORE conferences and webinars as appropriate.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program.
• At least 20 hours of internship availability per week throughout the spring semester.
• Demonstrated interest in clean energy.
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills.
• An ability to work independently, multitask, and take ownership over projects and assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working as part of a team.

The deadline to apply is November 16, 2026.