Spring Internship 2026 – Energy Program at Bipartisan Policy Center

About BPC Energy Team:

The Bipartisan Policy Center’s Energy Program works to craft and advocate pragmatic, evidence-based federal policies to support the United States’ transition toward a cleaner, low-carbon energy mix while sustaining economic growth.

About the Role:

The Spring 2026 Intern will collaborate with BPC’s Energy Project team, contributing to analysis, research, event planning, communications, congressional monitoring, and administrative support. The intern may support work in areas including decarbonization, energy innovation, infrastructure, permitting modernization, and carbon capture.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis on energy policy topics such as net-zero frameworks, decarbonization, innovation, and permitting.
• Assist with event planning and coordination.
• Monitor news, congressional activity, and relevant legislation.
• Draft blog posts, memos, and other communications deliverables.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Collaborate with project analysts and staff across tasks.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or be a recent graduate.
• Rising juniors or above are preferred.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication ability.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Genuine interest in energy, climate, and environmental policy issues.
• Non-U.S. citizens may apply but must hold a valid work permit; no visa sponsorship is offered.

Program Structure & Compensation:

Interns work full time for 10 weeks and receive a stipend of USD 3,000. The internship is conducted in person in Washington, D.C.

Application Process:

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until a qualified candidate is selected. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No duplicate submissions or phone inquiries are permitted.

Required application materials (submit as a single PDF):
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Writing sample (3-5 pages)
• Transcript (official or unofficial)
• Contact information for two professional references (with phone & email)
• Short response (5-8 sentences) to “What does Bipartisanship mean to you?”

Application Deadline:

Applications for Spring internships are due by November 21st.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

BPC defines diversity broadly and is committed to recruiting a workforce with varied perspectives and backgrounds. The organization strives to create an inclusive environment where all voices are valued and contribute to meaningful policy solutions.