Application Guide
How to Apply for Early Career - Policy Principal - Wholesale Electricity Markets - MISO/SPP
at Advanced Energy Economy
🏢 About Advanced Energy Economy
Advanced Energy Economy (AEE) is a national association of businesses committed to advancing clean energy policy and market development. AEE uniquely bridges the gap between clean energy companies and policymakers, working to accelerate the transition to 100% clean energy while reducing costs and creating jobs. Working here means being part of a collaborative, remote-first team that directly influences wholesale electricity market reforms in key regions like MISO and SPP.
About This Role
As an Early Career Policy Principal focused on MISO/SPP, you will lead campaigns and strategies to drive clean energy deployment in these two critical wholesale electricity markets. Your work involves analyzing complex market rules, drafting advocacy materials, and engaging with regulators and stakeholders to shape policies that enable renewable energy integration. This role offers direct impact on the clean energy transition in the Midwest and Plains states.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with reviewing MISO and SPP meeting notes or market updates, then drafting a comment letter on a proposed tariff change. You might join a call with AEE members to align on advocacy strategy, followed by a webinar on regional transmission planning. Afternoon could involve preparing a presentation for a regulatory workshop or meeting with a state policymaker to discuss clean energy benefits.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Advanced Energy Economy Is Looking For
- Has 4-6 years of experience, with at least some background in policy analysis, advocacy, or market analysis specifically related to MISO, SPP, or other competitive wholesale electricity markets.
- Possesses excellent written and oral communication skills, with a track record of drafting clear, persuasive comments, reports, or presentations on energy policy or market design.
- Is a self-starter who thrives in a remote environment, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects independently while collaborating with a distributed team.
- Has a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, economics, environmental science, engineering); a master's degree is a plus, especially with a focus on energy or markets.
📝 Tips for Applying to Advanced Energy Economy
In your resume, highlight any direct experience with MISO or SPP market processes, such as attending stakeholder meetings, filing comments, or analyzing tariff changes.
Tailor your cover letter to demonstrate understanding of AEE's mission and how your work has advanced clean energy policy, not just your general policy experience.
Quantify your impact in previous roles—e.g., 'Led advocacy that resulted in X MW of renewable energy being approved' or 'Analyzed market rules affecting Y states'.
Show that you can work remotely by mentioning examples of self-directed projects, virtual collaboration tools you've used, or successful remote team experiences.
Research AEE's recent publications and comments on MISO/SPP issues, and reference them in your application to show engagement with current market debates.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Emphasize your specific knowledge of MISO and/or SPP market structures, including key challenges like interconnection queues, capacity market design, or transmission planning.', 'Highlight your ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, persuasive advocacy materials for policymakers and members.', "Demonstrate your commitment to clean energy and how your career goals align with AEE's mission of accelerating the transition to 100% clean energy.", 'Showcase any experience building relationships with regulators, utilities, or market participants, as relationship management is a core part of this role.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Read AEE's latest reports and comments on MISO and SPP issues, available on their website under 'Resources' or 'Policy'.
- → Review the current MISO and SPP stakeholder processes and upcoming meetings (e.g., MISO's Independent Market Monitor reports, SPP's Markets+ initiative).
- → Familiarize yourself with AEE's member companies and their clean energy interests to understand the constituency you'd be advocating for.
- → Look into recent FERC orders affecting MISO and SPP (e.g., Order 2222, transmission planning reforms) to understand the regulatory landscape.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't submit a generic cover letter that doesn't mention MISO, SPP, or wholesale electricity markets—AEE specifically seeks regional expertise.
- Avoid overstating your experience; if you lack direct MISO/SPP experience, be honest and emphasize transferable skills and willingness to learn.
- Don't ignore the remote work requirement—failing to address how you stay productive and connected remotely can raise concerns.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
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