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Summer 2027 Staff Intern - State Government Affairs - Trenton

CompanyPSEG
LocationTrenton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the State Government Affairs team by monitoring legislative developments and assisting with advocacy efforts. Responsibilities also include conducting policy research and performing data analysis to support public affairs objectives.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$38,100 - $57,200
Company Size
8398
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
“Public service” is not just in our name. It’s who we are. It’s what we do. We keep the lights on. We keep our customers’ phones charged and homes warm. We’re in the trucks before, during and after the storms. We power the lives of 2.4M electric customers and 1.9M gas customers in NJ, and over 1M electric customers on Long Island. We are proud to be in neighborhoods, keeping customers safe and comfortable. A lot has changed since PSEG was founded in 1903, but our commitment to our customers, employees, shareholders and communities has stayed the same. For 120 years and counting we have rolled up our sleeves to deliver the safe and reliable services customers need. And that isn’t changing. We are still adapting to meet the needs of today and tomorrow. PSEG invests in the communities where we live and work, advancing sustainability, equity and workforce training and development. Find us on Facebook: www.linkedin.com/company/pseg Find us on X: http://x.com/psegnews http://x.com/psegdelivers For PSEG Long Island: http://facebook.com/psegli https://www.linkedin.com/company/psegli/ http://x.com/psegli For the latest PSEG blog, visit Energize!: www.energizepseg.com For news about PSE&G’s rate filings and upcoming public hearings visit www.pseg.com/pseandgfilings. Our LinkedIn page is intended to serve as a useful exchange of information in regards to our Company and services and we encourage any and all questions and commentary, including criticism. However, we won't allow any forms of hate speech (personal attacks, such as disparaging others for different points of view, ethnicity, heritage, etc), violent remarks, comments that are excessively repetitive or constitute SPAM, or off-topic postings. Content/postings that fall under these categories will be deleted immediately. We reserve the right to block individuals from posting to our LinkedIn page if the individual(s) continue to violate this policy: https://corporate.pseg.com/linkedin_disclaimer
About the Role

Requisition: 84464
 
PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp
 
Salary Range: $ 38,100 - $ 57,200
 
Work Location Category: Hybrid
 
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

 

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:
• Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

 

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

 

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

 

Job Summary

PSEG is looking for a Summer 2027 Staff Intern for the State Government Affairs.
This job involves working as a Summer Intern supporting the State Government Affairs ("SGA") organization in identifying key political and policy issues impacting the business as well as assisting the organization in the implementation of PSEG's public affairs objectives. Internship will provide administrative skills essential to career development, along with a broadened understanding of the workings of a nonprofit organization.
This position will be Hybrid. 
Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

Job Responsibilities

Assignments will include working alongside professionals in the following areas:
•    Assist the State Government Affairs team with advocacy efforts including attending/monitoring legislative committee meetings and company sponsored community events.
•    Monitoring and tracking of state legislation and policy developments for the creation of legislative updates
•    Policy research and data analysis 

Job Specific Qualifications

Required education/skills: The successful candidate(s) must be actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution in Public Policy or Political Science and graduating between December 2027 and May 2030. Students graduating in May/June 2027 are not eligible unless they are enrolling in a post-graduate degree program in the fall term of 2027. PSEG recognizes institutions of higher education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent. Candidates must have freshman level course work for consideration.

Because this position will require traveling to various PSEG locations, a valid driver's license and a safe driving record is required.

Preferred: 

•    3.0 GPA

All PSEG internship roles are paid at an hourly rate, however there are no medical benefits associated with these positions. Candidates are expected to work 40 hours per week over the duration of the summer internship. We are targeting currently enrolled/matriculating students that are able to commute to their designated work location as needed. Housing, transportation, and immigration support will not be provided in association with these positions.

 

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

 

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations. 
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. 
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire.  Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI. 

 

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals. 
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com.  Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
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Key Skills
Public policyPolitical scienceAdvocacyLegislative monitoringPolicy researchData analysisAdministrative skillsCommunicationLegislative tracking
Categories
Government & Public SectorEnergyAdministrativeConsulting
Benefits
401(k) with company matchTuition reimbursementPaid time off