Policy Associate, Clean Power and Natural Resources
About The Position
The Policy Associate supports the development and promotion of policies that advance ClearPath’s goals with audiences in government and industry. Working on the clean power, natural resources, and research team, the role spans clean energy and innovation priorities such as electricity demand from data centers and AI, geothermal energy, critical minerals, permitting, grid initiatives, hydropower, long-duration energy storage, and basic research in areas such as materials science and advanced computing. The Policy Associate provides research, analysis, and policy support as organizational priorities evolve, collaborating with the Policy, Government Affairs, and External Affairs teams. The role develops quick, high-level, and in-depth analysis; produces concise written research on federal legislative, regulatory, and innovation activities; builds subject-matter expertise; and supports rapid-response requests and educational materials and events for Capitol Hill. It also helps implement policy strategy, identify policy gaps, and develop advocacy strategies aligned with ClearPath’s goals. The position communicates complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences, publishes thought leadership, cultivates stakeholder relationships, and supports educational events and briefings for federal policymakers.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of experience in a highly related field.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Deep interest in policy, ideally related to clean power and natural resources.
- Ability to learn technical concepts quickly.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or equivalent Google Suite tools.
- Professional and personal commitment to ClearPath’s mission and values.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a field of study related to ClearPath’s mission.
- Policy interest or experience related to clean power and natural resources.
Responsibilities
- Draft high-level, rapid, and in-depth analysis of research, policy, and industry trends.
- Produce concise research insights and written products on federal legislative, regulatory, and innovation activities.
- Develop subject-matter expertise through networking and research.
- Support rapid-response initiatives when questions arise on Capitol Hill.
- Support the development of educational materials and events for Capitol Hill.
- Work with the team to follow and grow existing policy strategy.
- Identify policy gaps that can be leveraged for growth.
- Collaborate with Government Affairs teams to develop advocacy strategies that support ClearPath goals.
- Communicate complex ideas clearly and convincingly to internal and external technical and non-technical audiences.
- Publish thought leadership, including blogs and white papers.
- Cultivate collaborative relationships with key stakeholders while representing ClearPath credibly.
- Support External Affairs educational events and staff briefings for federal policymakers.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Retirement benefit with an employer matching employee contributions dollar for dollar on the first 5% of pay contributed.
- Eligibility for a performance-based bonus of up to 10% of annual base salary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
