2026 Fellowship Program
About The Position
The SI2 Fellowship provides a professional development opportunity for students seeking hands-on experience working on solar and storage policy research, policy analysis, and public education efforts, through the Solar and Storage Industries Institute and its sister organization, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). The SI2 Fellowship is a year-long engagement based in Washington DC with optional remote service. Each position is full-time during the summer months (maximum 40 hours/week), and part-time during the academic year (approximately 20 hours/week). Fellows will conduct research and policy analysis on key topics affecting renewable energy companies across the country while receiving extensive professional development and training. Please submit a cover letter and resume, along with a Statement of Interest (500 word max) and three academic or professional references.
Requirements
- We are looking for graduate, doctoral and/or post-doctoral students who have a baseline of education and experience to build on in this fellowship.
- Ideal candidates will have a commitment to issues of social justice, experience in the non-profit sector, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and comfort working with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Pursuing an advanced degree in environmental policy, public policy/administration, economics, political science, or planning with an emphasis on clean energy and/or climate policy
- Academic and/or professional experience in renewable energy and environmental policy
- Data collection and analysis experience
- Ability to juggle different tasks and work as part of a team
- Ability to juggle different tasks and work as part of a team
- Ability to work remotely with optional in-person meetings and events
Responsibilities
- Conducting a literature review of publications and peer-reviewed materials
- Analyzing survey results and reporting findings
- Developing case studies and reports based on literature review and survey responses
- Writing policy whitepapers and research reports
- Assist with preparing other deliverables for federally funded research projects
- Support multi-stakeholder working groups focused on siting and permitting issues
- Grant writing and development assistance, including administering fundraising events
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
