Summer 2027 Staff Intern - State Government Affairs - Trenton

PSEG•Trenton, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

PSEG is seeking a Summer 2027 Staff Intern to support its State Government Affairs (SGA) organization in identifying political and policy issues that affect the business and implementing public affairs objectives. The internship provides administrative skills relevant to career development and a broader understanding of the workings of a nonprofit organization. The position is hybrid, with at least three days onsite per week, and requires 40 hours of work per week for the duration of the summer internship. The intern must be able to commute to the designated work location as needed and travel to various PSEG locations.

Requirements

Be actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Public Policy or Political Science at an accredited institution.
Have an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2030. Students graduating in May or June 2027 are not eligible unless enrolling in a post-graduate degree program in fall 2027.
Have freshman-level coursework completed for consideration.
Have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
Be able to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the summer internship and commute to the designated work location as needed.
Meet applicable Department of Energy 10 CFR 810 eligibility requirements if the position requires access to covered information.

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

Support the State Government Affairs team’s advocacy efforts, including attending or monitoring legislative committee meetings and company-sponsored community events.
Monitor and track state legislation and policy developments to create legislative updates.
Conduct policy research and data analysis.