Summer Intern, Policy and Government Affairs: Climate and Energy

• Conduct background research and assist in developing briefing materials that inform team discussions, strategy sessions, and upcoming projects. Help prepare internal updates and grantee partnership documents.
• Monitor and summarize federal and state policy developments, hearings, and administrative actions related to clean energy and climate; help track legislation and executive initiatives that may impact Emerson’s priorities.
• Assist with morning news recaps, scheduling, meeting preparation, note-taking, and meeting follow-up; help maintain organized systems for files, notes, and project materials to support team efficiency.
• Support planning and logistics for climate and clean energy events.
• Support coordination and communication with partners, policymakers, and collaborators; assist in tracking engagement.

This role offers a hands-on introduction to how policy, philanthropy, and cross-sector coordination work in tandem to drive real-world climate impact by supporting efforts to drive pragmatic, bipartisan, and economically sustainable climate solutions.

• Rising undergraduate junior or senior, or recent 2026 graduate, preferably pursuing a degree related to climate and energy or policy and government affairs, with a demonstrated interest in climate issues.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex policy or technical information into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong writing skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace (ideally, Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Forms), PowerPoint, and Canva (or other graphic design tools), and an interest in learning new organizational tools and systems (including AI tools).
• Proactive problem-solving skills and willingness to support a variety of team needs as they arise.
• Professionalism, reliability, and curiosity about how policy, philanthropy, and partnerships drive federal and state climate impact.

• All interns are paid $25 per hour and can expect to work 40 hours per week from June 15 to August 7 (eight weeks).
• Interns will also be paid $25 per hour for onboarding and orientation sessions taking place June 10–12.
• All interns receive a lunch allowance and a commuter allowance, and may also receive travel and housing allowances as needed.

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