Manufacturing, Trade, and International Affairs Policy Intern 2026 at Solar Energy Industries Association

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Policy, Trade, Law, Clean Energy, Communication, Writing, Editing, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Research, Microsoft Office, Attention to Detail, Learning, Outreach, Meeting Participation

Industry

Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

Company Profile The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,200 member companies and 263,000 Americans working across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power. SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal level, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry. SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders who start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA values diversity and fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that celebrates team success. The association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named by the Washington Post as a 2023 and 2024 Top Workplace and a Best Nonprofit to Work For by the Nonprofit Times. Internship Description: The Manufacturing, Trade, and International Affairs Policy Intern provides support for SEIA’s manufacturing and supply chain team. This team focuses on developing and implementing policies to grow domestic manufacturing and resilient supply chains across the solar products and energy storage ecosystems. The Manufacturing, Trade, and International Affairs Policy Intern will be assigned to work on various projects related to manufacturing and supply chain trade, legal, regulatory, and policy issues. Please provide a cover letter with the resume Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Flagging and tracking important policy events related to domestic manufacturing and supply chains for the solar and energy storage industry Conducting background research and writing memos Participating in meetings and taking notes Proposing and engaging in outreach, including identifying contacts Requirements Requirements: Demonstrated interest in policy, trade, law, or clean energy supply chains Excellent oral communication, writing, and editing skills, including meticulous attention to detail Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills Commitment to learning new skills Computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Please submit a cover letter along with the resume Compensation: This position pays $18/hour. The internship will start in the middle of March through the end of May. For our internship Frequently Asked Questions, click here. Working Conditions This position is 20 hours/week This internship is based in the Washington, DC office Interns MUST be in the office on designated team days (3 days a week) and specifically on Wednesdays for cohort touch base. Working at SEIA SEIA values diversity, inclusion, and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. We strive to welcome different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, regardless of job function, to create a more resilient organization supporting a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We will develop strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry. SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SEIA is an EVERIFY employer.

Responsibilities

The intern will support SEIA’s manufacturing and supply chain team by tracking policy events and conducting research. Responsibilities also include participating in meetings and proposing outreach initiatives.