Intern (Spring 2027)

Clearpath Robotics by Rockwell Automation • Washington, DC

3h • Onsite

About The Position

ClearPath interns are assigned to the Policy, Government Affairs, or Operations team based on their career goals and collaborate regularly across the organization. The role offers exposure to Capitol Hill, the Administration, industry, and key stakeholder relationships, while helping interns supplement their academic background with practical experience. ClearPath supports interns in building competencies toward future goals, finding learning opportunities across its clean energy technology portfolio, and exploring projects across areas of interest. Interns may have the opportunity to rotate between departments and take part in professional learning opportunities supported by the team.

Past interns have conducted research and analysis, assessed policy, political, and industry trends, and supported the creation of fact sheets, newsletters, op-eds, and educational materials. They have also contributed to special projects, attended congressional energy hearings and prepared team briefings, participated in meetings and tracked follow-up actions, coordinated and attended events and briefings, and educated target audiences and stakeholders about ClearPath priorities.

The internship lasts for the spring academic semester. Interns are paid hourly on a bi-weekly schedule at $18.40 per hour, for up to 40 hours per week. Interns are not eligible for benefits. The office is in a newly renovated building on Capitol Hill, with access to an office kitchen, café, and fitness center. ClearPath is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Requirements

• Interest in Capitol Hill operations, political processes, policy, or clean energy technologies and energy systems.
• Professional and personal commitment to ClearPath’s mission and values.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data.
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Currently enrolled in a four-year university working toward a bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrate accountability, ownership of issues and opportunities, and responsibility for performance.
• Maintain high standards of quality and integrity.
• Be a self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to seek additional responsibilities.
• Focus efforts toward the common good.
• Manage time effectively, complete tasks promptly, and respond to competing demands and shifting priorities.
• Comply with pertinent rules, regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Be comfortable with a structured schedule and well-defined work tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred majors include Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, History, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, or Energy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis to identify needs and develop approaches to address them.
• Analyze policy, political, and industry trends at varying levels of depth and speed.
• Support the production of fact sheets, newsletters, op-eds, and educational materials concerning operational, legislative, regulatory, and policy activities.
• Contribute to special projects, some of which may be visible to Members of Congress.
• Attend congressional hearings on energy and prepare briefings for the team.
• Participate in meetings, synthesize notes, and facilitate action items and follow-up.
• Coordinate and attend events, hearings, and briefings to drive messaging.
• Educate target audiences and key stakeholders about ClearPath priorities.

Benefits

• Interns are paid $18.40 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, on a bi-weekly schedule.
• Access to a fully stocked office kitchen in a newly renovated building on Capitol Hill.
• Access to an on-site café.
• Access to an on-site fitness center.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern