State Policy Fellow — Clean Energy & Innovation

Generation West Virginia; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearPath is sponsoring State Government Fellows through the ClearPath Conservative Leadership Program (CCLP). The one-year fellowship places early to mid-career professionals in state government to gain hands-on experience advancing clean energy and economic competitiveness.

Fellow placements vary across legislative offices, governors’ offices or agencies with energy policy jurisdiction. The role includes research, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• College degree required.
• 2–5 years of related policy experience.
• Experience in energy, environmental or infrastructure policy is a plus.
• Familiarity with state government policymaking processes.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on state energy, environmental, natural resources, infrastructure and economic development policy.
• Monitor state legislation, regulations and administrative actions related to energy and clean technology.
• Draft policy memos, legislative summaries, briefing materials, talking points and other written products for policymakers and staff.
• Attend legislative hearings, stakeholder meetings, briefings and other policy-related events.
• Provide research and analysis on emerging technologies, industry trends and state-level opportunities for energy innovation and deployment.
• Support the development and implementation of policy priorities related to clean energy, infrastructure, permitting, economic development and American competitiveness.
• Track relevant federal programs and funding opportunities that affect state energy priorities and evaluate their potential impact.
• Assist the host office with agendas, staff materials, correspondence, newsletters, communications and other operational needs.
• Communicate complex policy and technical issues clearly and convincingly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Engage with stakeholders, including state agencies, legislators, regulators, utilities, industry groups, businesses and other organizations involved in energy policy.
• Identify emerging policy opportunities and provide recommendations that advance the host office’s priorities.
• Perform additional responsibilities based on the needs of the host office and the fellow’s policy portfolio.

Skills

Accountability

Time management

Quality focus

Initiating action

Organizational citizenship

Compliance

Extended task focus

Communication

Writing

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ClearPath is sponsoring State Government Fellows through the ClearPath Conservative Leadership Program (CCLP). The one-year fellowship places early to mid-career professionals in state government to gain hands-on experience advancing clean energy and economic competitiveness.

Fellow placements vary across legislative offices, governors’ offices or agencies with energy policy jurisdiction. The role includes research, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and opportunities for professional