Job Description
CRES Forum Policy Research Internship (Summer 2021)
Our Internship
CRES Forum’s Policy Intern will have the opportunity to work on multiple research projects on issues such as clean energy technologies and policies, climate change, or emissions in the transportation and industrial sectors, in advancement of CRES Forum’s goals of educating the public and influencing the national conversation on clean energy solutions.
A typical day could include attending policy discussion panels and events, compiling the most recent statistics and qualitative information on emissions, relevant technologies and policy alternatives related to the specific research workstreams of the Policy team, and assistance with drafting CRES Forum’s various written products.
This is a paid internship and will result in a significant professional learning experience in Washington, DC public affairs as well as important career contacts. Work hours are flexible based on availability but a 35-40-hour work week is ideal.
About CRES
Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions Forum (CRES Forum) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that was founded to engage policymakers and the public about commonsense, conservative solutions to address our nation’s need for abundant, reliable energy while preserving our environment.
- We believe that a strong economy and commonsense energy policies can co-exist
- We believe that government’s best role is stimulating – not over regulating – the private sector
- We believe America is a world leader in innovation and we should discover new ways to provide low-cost, clean energy that fuels our businesses and our homes
- We believe that America should not be energy dependent on nations hostile to our country
- We believe in being good stewards of our natural wonders and in preserving our climate for future generations
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the VP of Policy & Advocacy and Policy Manager with ongoing projects
- which advance CRES Forum’s overarching agenda.
- Compiling and synthesizing statistics and qualitative information to support the
- Policy team’s research streams, which include but are not limited to: Federal energy policy; Federal innovation policy; Federal and international climate policy; Transportation policy; Industrial emissions
- Assist in research and writing for the development of issue briefs and white papers on issues related to Policy research streams.
- Attending policy events and drafting detailed summaries for the Policy team.
- Conduct political and policy research to augment the policy, government relations, and communications workstreams.
Qualifications:
- Some college coursework in political science, energy policy, or related fields
- Undergraduate degree in energy efficiency, energy policy, sustainability, political
- science, or related fields
- Interest in and a strong commitment to free market ideas and public policy as it
- relates to clean energy
- Good sense of humor and enjoys working with a team of dedicated colleagues
Required Competencies
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously, including setting priorities and
- adapting to changes in a time-sensitive workplace
- Initiative and ability to self-direct on assignments
- Excellent writing, research, communication, and critical thinking skills
- Organizational, detail-oriented skills
- Advanced skills in MS Office applications, including Word and Excel
Preferred Competencies
- Experience with literature reviews analyzing and interpreting data
- Experience in energy policy
- Location and Transportation
We are conveniently located on Pennsylvania Avenue, right off the Red (Metro Center) and
Blue/Silver/Orange (Federal Triangle) lines.
Traditionally internships have been conducted in-person at our office. There are instances when circumstances preclude an in-person experience, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, internships may be done virtually or remotely with some potential in-person elements that align with CRES's Covid Policy. As things progress, in accordance with CDC guidelines, we will reevaluate our in-person office status.
To apply: Applicants must send their resume by May 1, 2021 for full consideration.
Contact: For more information or to apply please email Zakiya Johnson at
zjohnson@citizensfor.com.