Communications Intern

Securing Americas Future Energ

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that drives policies and actions to accelerate the electrification of the U.S. transportation sector in order to realize the economic, public health, and national security benefits of ending America’s dependence on oil. Our efforts span national, state, and local levels, delivering impactful programs at scale focused on fleet electrification, the creation of tools to improve consumer understanding and experience EV supply chain development, infrastructure deployment, and policy development.

For more information, visit electrificationcoalition.org [https://electrificationcoalition.org/].

Position: Communications Intern
Reports to: Senior Communications Associate
Location requirements: 100% remote (Washington, DC office space available) 
Work authorization requirements: Legally able to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (ICRA) 
Hours per week: Up to 20 hours per week 
Start date: May 2026 (flexible)
Length: Three-month minimum commitment

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in transportation, energy, or public policy
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills with the ability to gather, analyze, and succinctly summarize information from various sources
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
• Interest in data analysis, policy tracking, and stakeholder outreach
• Experience with administrative tasks, such as meeting coordination, tracking programs, and contacts with stakeholders
• A collaborative and proactive mindset with ability to contribute across teams and projects

Nice To Haves

• Some college or bachelor’s degree (undergrad and graduate students are welcome to apply)
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to learn quickly
• Demonstrated writing, citation, editing, and proofreading abilities
• Working understanding and proficiency with Microsoft programs, especially Excel
• Internet savvy— experience with platforms for project management, graphic design, or data analysis

Responsibilities

• Draft and Edit Communications Content: Contribute to the development of factsheets, blog posts, newsletters, press releases, presentations, webinars, and research reports to support EC’s messaging and outreach
• Maintain Web Content: Update and manage the EC website (WordPress) and program-specific sites to ensure information is accurate, timely, and accessible
• Coordinate Social Media: Draft and schedule engaging social media posts that highlight EC’s work, amplify partner initiatives, and drive audience engagement
• Develop Visual Assets: Create or source graphics and images for use across digital platforms, including social media, websites, reports, and webinars
• Organize Communications Materials: Maintain and update communications assets such as templates, logos, stock images, and contact databases to support efficient content development
• Support Event Coordination: Assist with the planning and execution of internal and external meetings, webinars, and events to enhance visibility and engagement
• Collaborate Across Teams: Provide research, updates, and coordination support for other cross-team initiatives as needed

Benefits

• A passionate and mission-driven team working to transform the transportation sector and reduce oil dependence
• A dynamic work environment where interns contribute meaningfully to active campaigns, research, and stakeholder initiatives
• Direct access to experts in EV policy, clean transportation, and coalition strategy
• Hands-on experience that will strengthen your skills in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and communications
• Opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and learning about careers in climate, energy, and public policy
• A flexible and remote-friendly workplace that values collaboration and learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees