Public Policy Interns (Seasonal-College)

Reference #: 5211374

THE POSITION Are you interested in the clean energy transition? Do you want to be involved in emerging technologies in the utility industry like electric vehicles and hydrogen hubs? Are you passionate about public policy that will help eligible Pennsylvania families pay their gas and electric bills? If these questions interest you, apply for the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission's Public Policy Intern position today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a PUC Public Policy Intern, you will have the opportunity to research exciting trends in the public utility industry, learn from experts in the field, and see first-hand the decision-making processes of the agency that oversees gas, electric, water, telecommunications, broadband, and transportation operations in Pennsylvania. Interns will attend hearings and public meetings and interact with the Commission's vested partners, including consumer advocate groups.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Limited term, seasonal, full-time internship. Internship will run between March, April, or May through August with flexible start and end dates. Work hours will vary based on position. Telework: This position is headquartered in Harrisburg. Telework is a potential feature of these positions for employees. Successful candidates are required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. Candidates who do not wish to telework or are not eligible to telework, will work from the headquarters office in Harrisburg. To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's Alternate (telework) Worksite must meet the following requirements: Within a reasonable travel distance of Harrisburg Within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at [email protected] or 717.787.8714. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements: Current enrollment as a full-time undergraduate student in an accredited college/university in a declared bachelor's degree program and successful completion of at least sixty (60) college credits at the time of hire. Full time undergraduate students who have successfully completed at least thirty (30) college credits and anticipate the completion of at least sixty (60) college credits at the time of hire may apply for this program. Current enrollment as a graduate student in an accredited college/university in a declared master's or doctorate degree program at the time of hire. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 6 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Additional Requirements:

You must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Majoring in political science, public policy, economics, engineering, or pre-law

How to Apply:

Your application must include a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and transcript. You must attach a cover letter and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimumrequirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.