Application Guide

How to Apply for Market Development and Public Policy Manager

at EVgo

🏢 About EVgo

EVgo is a leading public fast charging network in the U.S., playing a pivotal role in accelerating electric vehicle adoption. With a focus on reliability and affordability, EVgo operates at the intersection of clean energy, infrastructure, and policy, making it an exciting workplace for those passionate about sustainability and innovation.

About This Role

This role sits at the nexus of policy and business, where you'll shape EVgo's engagement with state and local governments to advance EV charging infrastructure. You'll influence regulations, build coalitions, and translate policy wins into operational strategies, directly impacting EV adoption at scale.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing regulatory dockets and drafting testimony for an upcoming hearing. Midday, you could be on a call with a state legislator's staff to discuss a new EV bill, followed by an internal meeting with the commercial team to align on how a policy change affects site selection. You might end the day building a coalition memo with environmental groups and utilities to support a rate design proposal.

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🎯 Who EVgo Is Looking For

  • A seasoned policy professional with 8+ years in energy, utility regulation, or EV policy, comfortable navigating state legislatures and regulatory dockets.
  • An analytical thinker who can model utility tariffs and rate designs in Excel, translating complex regulations into actionable business insights.
  • A compelling communicator and public speaker, experienced in drafting testimony and presenting to diverse stakeholders including regulators and legislators.
  • A self-starting team leader who can manage outside counsel, build coalitions, and collaborate cross-functionally with commercial and operations teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to EVgo

1

Tailor your resume to highlight specific policy wins in EV charging or energy regulation, including examples of rate design or tariff analysis.

2

In your cover letter, mention experience with lobbying disclosure and compliance, as this is a key requirement.

3

Research EVgo's recent regulatory filings or public comments and reference them to show genuine interest.

4

Demonstrate your analytical skills by preparing a brief example of how you'd model the impact of a utility rate change on charging station economics.

5

Network with current or former EVgo employees on LinkedIn to gain insider perspective on the company culture and policy team dynamics.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your direct experience with regulatory proceedings and utility rate design, providing concrete examples.', 'Highlight your ability to build and manage coalitions with diverse stakeholders (e.g., environmental groups, utilities, automakers).', 'Showcase your cross-functional collaboration skills, linking policy outcomes to business operations.', "Express passion for EV adoption and EVgo's mission, and how your background uniquely positions you to drive policy that expands charging infrastructure."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review EVgo's latest annual report and investor presentations to understand their growth strategy and key markets.
  • → Read recent regulatory filings by EVgo in states like California or New York to see their policy positions.
  • → Study the current landscape of EV charging policies in key states (e.g., California, Texas, New York) and identify trends.
  • → Check out EVgo's press releases and blog posts on policy wins to understand their messaging and priorities.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach a state legislature that is skeptical of EV charging infrastructure?
2 Describe a time you managed a complex regulatory filing from start to finish. What was your role?
3 Walk us through your analysis of a utility tariff and how you would model its impact on charging station profitability.
4 How do you prioritize competing policy issues across multiple states?
5 How would you build a coalition with unlikely allies to support a favorable EV policy?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using generic policy experience without tying it directly to EV charging, energy, or utility regulation.
  • Failing to demonstrate analytical skills—be ready to discuss Excel modeling and tariff interpretation.
  • Overlooking the importance of public speaking and testimony; practice explaining complex regulatory concepts simply.

📅 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:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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