Gubernatorial Education Internship - Summer 2026

Job Description  

The Gubernatorial Education intern will support United’s work across its priority states where gubernatorial elections are being held in 2026. The Gubernatorial Education team seeks to identify and influence bipartisan allies in the advanced energy space. In doing so, the team will develop policy memos, facilitate roundtables, and serve as an industry expert for gubernatorial candidates. Key intern tasks will focus on research, logistical organization, and preparation for the Gubernatorial Education team’s engagements with candidates and staff across the country. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have adept political acumen, be personable, and will come to work with curiosity and passion for the clean energy-political nexus.   

Key Responsibilities 

Interns will work a hybrid schedule and therefore must be located in the DC, MD, VA area for the summer, a commutable distance to our DC office. A final project will be due from each intern and presented to the organization at the end of the program. 

Required Skills  

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)  
 

Preferred Skills  

Detail-oriented; intellectually curious; strong written and oral communication skills; and interest in advanced energy and/or public policy career  

Special Application Instructions   

To be considered for this internship, please submit a resume and cover letter expressing why this opportunity and organization interests you.     

Dates: 6/15-8/14    
Location: DC  (Hybrid) 
Hours: 40 hours per week    
Compensation: $18.00/hr  

Advanced Energy United is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/ or to perform essential job functions please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice across our organization (“DEIJ”). We also incorporate these values into our mission of making the energy we use secure, clean, and affordable. We know that varied perspectives and a commitment to social justice are needed to succeed in making the United States an advanced energy economy. We commit to building and supporting an inclusive workforce that represents different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints.