Summer 2026 E2 Diversity in Clean Energy Communications Intern

Natural Resources Defense Council

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

NRDC is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization. We use law, science, and the support of 3.1 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure the rights of all people to clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. NRDC was founded in 1970 and our people helped write some of America's bedrock environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act and many of the implementing regulations. Today, our team of more than 700 lawyers, scientists, economists, policy advocates, communications experts, and others work across the United States and the globe from our offices in Beijing; Chicago; New Delhi; New York; San Francisco; Santa Monica; and Washington, D.C. As a program of NRDC, E2 is the business voice for the environment. E2 is a national, nonpartisan group of business owners, investors and others who advocate for policies that are good for the environment and good for the economy. E2's 12,000+ members and supporters, organized into eight chapters across the country, have founded or funded more than 2,500 companies; created more than 600,000 jobs and control more than $100 billion in private equity and venture capital. E2 is a part of NRDC's Center for Campaigns and Organizing. NRDC is seeking an undergraduate summer communications intern to work with the E2 team in Washington, D.C. As part of E2's focus on promoting and increasing diversity in the clean energy industry, we encourage all to apply, especially those candidates from diverse backgrounds that are often underrepresented in the clean energy sector. Please submit a small portfolio of your work - including links to two social media posts and one writing sample of no more than 1,000 words in length - along with your resume and cover letter.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with the capability to handle multiple tasks, work well under pressure, and be detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Strong interest in environmental protection/conservation, advocacy, and enthusiasm for NRDC and E2's mission
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with WordPress, Canva, and/or other graphic design & video editing software.
• Current Junior and Senior Undergrads enrolled in an accredited university/college program.

Responsibilities

• Work with E2's communications team and regional advocates to support our work amplifying the economic benefits of the clean economy transition.
• Contribute content to our website and social media pages on a regular basis.
• Identify one new communication platform, channel or media relationship that E2 should leverage on a long-term basis.
• Draft content for E2's Monthly Newsletter.
• Complete a Capstone project under the guidance of your supervisor.
• Support E2's internal diversity, equity, and inclusion plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed