Midstream Public Engagement Intern

American Petroleum Institute

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About The Position

We are seeking an energetic, responsible intern to join our work within APIs Midstream Department. This internship will focus on assisting API HQ, state staff, and member company representatives in state and grassroots level engagement on the importance of safe midstream and pipeline infrastructure. Additionally, the internship will support API staff in the implementation of a high-priority industry-wide public engagement program, including the development of training materials, assessment tools, and methodologies for measuring and tracking progress across the industry. Projects and TasksEngage with API HQ and state relations staff and member company representatives in the development, coordination, and conducting of educational and public engagement events throughout the year, including state energy analysesAssist API staff and member company representatives in the development of materials, resources and training related to effective stakeholder engagement including webinars, computer-based training, workshops, implementation tools, and other materialsReview state legislation and processes for rights-of-way and route selection, excavation damage enforcement, marine damage prevention and exemptions to improve underground infrastructure protectionShadow multiple policy staff; attend and prepare research and training materials for policy group meetings Attend association, Congressional and company functions and networking events

Requirements

• Public Policy, Political/Behavioral Science, Communications majors/minors invited to apply.
• Interest in land-use policy, conservation or energy infrastructure development/maintenance.
• High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program to receive credit.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and able to work both collaboratively on assigned projects.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas

Responsibilities

• Engage with API HQ and state relations staff and member company representatives in the development, coordination, and conducting of educational and public engagement events throughout the year, including state energy analyses
• Assist API staff and member company representatives in the development of materials, resources and training related to effective stakeholder engagement including webinars, computer-based training, workshops, implementation tools, and other materials
• Review state legislation and processes for rights-of-way and route selection, excavation damage enforcement, marine damage prevention and exemptions to improve underground infrastructure protection
• Shadow multiple policy staff; attend and prepare research and training materials for policy group meetings
• Attend association, Congressional and company functions and networking events

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED