Public Policy & Government Affairs Intern — Summer

NiSource Corporate Services Co; Washington; On-site; USD 24,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource invites applicants for a 12-week Summer Federal Government Affairs Intern position in Washington, DC. The intern will support the federal affairs team, assist with policy priorities, and participate in PAC activities, with reporting to the Manager of Federal Government Affairs.

The role offers exposure to policy development, stakeholder collaboration, and professional development within a regulated utility environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college or graduate program focused on Political Science, Public Policy, Energy, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Federal Government Affairs team to assist in the execution of government affairs strategies designed to meet the organization’s strategic goals and objectives.
• Supports the development and execution of the organization’s strategic public policy priorities and advocacy plans that will be integral in the long-term success of the company.
• Contributes to the solicitation strategies and implemented plans developed by the NiSource Federal Government Affairs team.
• Prepare s written summaries of testimonies related to relevant hearings to the company, highlighting potential impacts on business operations.
• Helps advance ongoing PAC-related efforts to increase membership across the enterprise.
• Drives continuous improvement in streamlining record-keeping across PAC membership.
• Develops materials to support team meetings and cross-functional collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

40 hrs/week during summer

Authorization to work in US without/s

Education

Focus on Political Science/Public Policy/Energy/Sustainability/Engineering

Job description

NiSource invites applicants for a 12-week Summer Federal Government Affairs Intern position in Washington, DC. The intern will support the federal affairs team, assist with policy priorities, and participate in PAC activities, with reporting to the Manager of Federal Government Affairs.

The role offers exposure to policy development, stakeholder collaboration, and professional development within a regulated utility environment.