Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Policy Principal - Transmission Program

at Advanced Energy Economy

🏢 About Advanced Energy Economy

Advanced Energy Economy is a unique organization that combines business advocacy with mission-driven clean energy acceleration. Unlike traditional trade associations, they specifically focus on accelerating the transition to 100% clean energy while reducing costs and creating millions of jobs, making them a powerful force at the intersection of policy and market transformation. Working here means being part of a team that directly shapes the future of America's energy infrastructure while collaborating with leading clean energy companies.

About This Role

As Senior Policy Principal - Transmission Program, you'll lead the development of transmission policy strategies that enable market growth and identify future venues for policy success. This role is impactful because you'll be shaping the backbone of America's clean energy transition by working directly with members to identify high-value opportunities and participating in legislative, rulemaking, and administrative processes that determine how transmission infrastructure gets built and regulated.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve analyzing transmission policy developments across different regions, strategizing with coalition partners about upcoming regulatory proceedings, and working directly with AEE members to identify high-impact opportunities. You'll balance independent research and strategy development with collaborative work, potentially participating in legislative meetings, drafting policy positions, and building relationships that advance transmission solutions for clean energy growth.

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🎯 Who Advanced Energy Economy Is Looking For

  • Has 5-7 years of professional experience with at least 3 years specifically in clean energy transmission or wholesale markets (not just general energy policy)
  • Demonstrates an entrepreneurial approach and ability to operate independently while aligning decisions with AEE's mission of accelerating clean energy transition
  • Possesses deep understanding of transmission policy, market structures, and the political landscape affecting energy infrastructure
  • Has proven experience building and maintaining relationships with coalition partners, legislative/regulatory staff, and media in the energy sector

📝 Tips for Applying to Advanced Energy Economy

1

Quantify your transmission policy experience - specify which transmission projects, markets (e.g., CAISO, MISO, PJM), or FERC proceedings you've worked on

2

Demonstrate understanding of AEE's specific focus on market-based solutions and business advocacy rather than just environmental advocacy

3

Highlight experience working with diverse stakeholders including utilities, renewable developers, regulators, and legislators simultaneously

4

Show examples of entrepreneurial initiative in previous roles - how you identified opportunities and drove them forward independently

5

Reference specific transmission challenges you've addressed (e.g., interconnection queues, cost allocation, regional planning) rather than general clean energy experience

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with transmission policy and wholesale markets (not just general clean energy)', 'Examples of building successful coalitions and relationships with diverse stakeholders in the energy sector', "How your approach aligns with AEE's mission of accelerating clean energy transition through market growth and business advocacy", 'Demonstrated ability to operate independently with an entrepreneurial mindset while achieving policy outcomes']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AEE's recent transmission policy positions and advocacy work (check their website and recent filings)
  • → The specific transmission challenges currently facing different U.S. regions and wholesale markets
  • → AEE's member companies and their transmission-related interests
  • → Recent FERC transmission rulemakings and how AEE has engaged with them

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a specific transmission policy challenge you've addressed and the strategy you developed
2 How would you identify high-value transmission opportunities for AEE's members across different technologies and business models?
3 What's your approach to building relationships with coalition partners who might have competing interests?
4 How do you stay current on transmission developments across different ISOs/RTOs and regulatory proceedings?
5 Describe a time you had to make an independent decision that aligned with organizational mission in a complex policy environment
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on environmental benefits without addressing market growth, cost reduction, and business opportunities
  • Presenting generic clean energy experience without specific transmission or wholesale market expertise
  • Demonstrating a preference for working within established structures rather than showing entrepreneurial initiative

📅 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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