External Affairs & Policy Intern (Energy Policy)

Location: Denver, Colorado; in-person commuting required under the hybrid work policy

Salary: $19.30–$24.50 per hour

Company

hirify.global is an electricity and natural gas energy company serving customers across eight Western and Midwestern states and supporting the clean energy transition.

What you will do

• Research energy policy, legislative, and regulatory developments affecting the utility industry.
• Prepare research inputs, policy summaries, briefing materials, and executive presentations.
• Analyze emerging issues related to clean energy, electrification, affordability, reliability, and sustainability.
• Support policy, regulatory, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to company planning and decision-making.

Requirements

• Current college or university student at the junior level or higher as of Fall 2027.
• Enrollment in an accredited institution and pursuit of a degree in public policy, political science, economics, environmental studies, sustainability, public administration, or engineering.
• Ability to work full-time during the summer, up to 40 hours per week, and commute to the Denver location in person.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, research, problem-solving, and Microsoft Office skills.

Nice to have

• GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Coursework or demonstrated interest in energy policy, environmental policy, utility regulation, sustainability, or public affairs.
• Experience researching, analyzing data, and synthesizing information into concise recommendations.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid internship beginning May 31, 2027.
• Potential extension beyond the initial internship term based on performance and business needs.
• Pension and 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunity to gain experience with executive decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and the evolving energy industry.