Job Title: Policy Intern
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Part-time
The Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance is a non-profit trade association representing over 50 businesses and nonprofits working on energy efficiency and advanced energy in Pennsylvania. KEEA’s sister organization, the KEEA Energy Education Fund (KEEF) is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) corporation, with the mission of increasing the energy efficiency of Pennsylvania’s buildings through education, awareness, and training.
KEEA works dynamically across numerous fronts to promote energy efficiency, including advocating for state-wide and municipal policy, leading public education programs, and organizing awards and conferences. KEEA works to support this growing industry that includes utilities, manufacturers, building contractors, energy auditors, attorneys, bankers, and engineers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Finalizing grant deliverables
- Perform analysis on the benefits of energy efficiency, including economic growth, reduced energy costs for all consumers, and public and environmental health.
- Research, write, and present on energy efficiency policy issues in Pennsylvania.
- Engage KEEA’s members and allies in advocacy.
- Assist with development of factsheets, publications, and media pieces.
- Research current legislation and regulation in development at the city and state level in Pennsylvania.
- Assist with event planning, including educational events and lobby days.
The intern will be asked to commit to 8-15 hours a week. Days and times are flexible. Open to both work study and non-work study students. Pay commensurate with experience.
Qualifications: Seeking graduate student or highly qualified undergraduate/recent graduate with a strong demonstrated interest and experience in the energy, economic, and/or environmental field(s). Successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and a background as a self-starter.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to Matt Elliott, Senior Policy Associate, at melliott@keealliance.org. Candidates welcome on a rolling basis.