Regional Clean Economies Intern

Description

About the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES): Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators; federal, state, and local policymakers; executives of Fortune 500 businesses; and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization. 

Our organizational values: We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect. 

Job Description: C2ES is seeking one full-time Regional Clean Economies Intern for the Summer of 2026. This internship provides the ideal candidate the opportunity to work on policy research and stakeholder engagement at C2ES, with the goal of supporting in-person and virtual stakeholder engagement and advocacy activities. The intern will work directly with the Net Zero Pathways team, supporting efforts to build local support for ambitious climate action in key regions across the country. The program is currently focused on supporting the battery supply chain in the Southeast (Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee). 

Requirements

Major Responsibilities 

• Help plan, implement, and follow up on the Regional Clean Economies Initiative’s Southeast cohort on the battery and critical materials supply chain, including: 
• Support planning and implementation of advocacy day to bring regional stakeholders to Washington, D.C. to advocate to Congress for supportive policies developed through the initiative 
• Help coordinate scoping calls and virtual convenings with local stakeholders, including government, businesses, and nonprofits, including members of the C2ES Business Environmental Leadership Council (BELC) 
• Track state policy developments and opportunities for C2ES priorities among the five target states (AL, GA, NC, SC, TN) 
• Working with the Regional Clean Economies team, develop and complete a capstone project or presentation at the completion of the internship. 
• Help synthesize event learnings, identifying key discussion takeaways and drawing out priority state and federal policy recommendations and next steps 
• Assist in developing event materials and invitations and finalizing logistics for events 
• Support research and writing of fact sheets, blog posts, and other content to advance key priorities in the region and at the federal level 

Desired skills 

• Strong interpersonal communication skills and interest in stakeholder engagement 
• Knowledge of climate and energy-related subjects and willingness to learn more 
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work both independently and with guidance 
• Experience with event coordination and planning 
• Qualitative and quantitative research, analysis, and writing skills 
• Comfortable representing C2ES to external stakeholders 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, or equivalent programs 

Internship type 

• Preferences will be given to local applicants. Internship can be local at our office: 1400 K Street NW. Suite 1100 Washington, DC 20005. Or remote from the following States: CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, OH, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NY, PA, TX, UT, VA, and WA  
• Full-time internship up to 37.5 hours per week (following C2ES HQ office hours) during Summer 2026 (May 2026 – August 2026 with a flexible end date). Part-time can also be considered.  
• Hourly wage $20 per hour. 
• Transportation stipend for interns working from the C2ES Office.  
• Some domestic Travel required. 

To apply, please upload a cover letter, transcripts, resume, and writing sample to our website.  

We also are fully committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. We believe we will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES’s DEIJ policy, visit: https://www.c2es.org/about/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-justice.