Early Career | Energy & Utilities Policy & Regulatory Analyst (2027)

Location: Denver, Colorado, United States. Hybrid work requires being in the office or on a client site at least 2 days per week, with assignments potentially requiring up to 5 days per week on a client site.

Salary: $86,750–$106,050 per year.

Company

hirify.global is a consulting firm combining strategy, innovation, design, technology, science, engineering, and sector expertise to help clients address complex challenges.

What you will do

• Conduct policy, regulatory, and energy market research.
• Analyze the potential impacts of policy and regulatory developments.
• Support strategy development and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Assess risks, opportunities, costs, and benefits related to energy investments.
• Develop reports, presentations, and client-facing materials.
• Collaborate with technical, economic, and market experts across project teams.

Requirements

• Recent college graduate or professional re-entering the workforce after continued education and development.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree expected by Fall/Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 in public policy, economics, political science, environmental studies, energy studies, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, written, verbal, and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity and interest in quantitative and qualitative research.
• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word required.
• Initiative, adaptability, and commitment to inclusive teamwork.

Nice to have

• Experience with research, writing, qualitative or quantitative analysis, and presentation development.
• Relevant capabilities gained through apprenticeships, workforce development programs, military service, community leadership, or other non-traditional pathways.

Culture & Benefits

• Mentorship, hands-on project work, formal development opportunities, and client engagements.
• Inclusive workplace focused on equality, diverse perspectives, and meaningful work.
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term care, income protection, and employee assistance benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with company profit-sharing contribution.
• 15 paid vacation days, the option to buy five additional days, 10 paid holidays, and 10 paid sick days.
• Performance-based bonus, commuter and parking benefits, health incentives, pet insurance, and legal insurance.