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The Borgen Project

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

K. foreign policy. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.

The Borgen Project

$13.50 - $18/hr

K. foreign policy. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.

The Borgen Project

$13.25 - $17.50/hr

K. foreign policy. This is a part-time 12-hours per week, 12 week, unpaid remote internship. If your availability is limited, you can work ahead and complete the program in fewer weeks.

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What is an environmental policy internship remote?

An Environmental Policy Internship Remote job is a temporary position where interns work remotely to support research, policy analysis, and advocacy on environmental issues. Interns may help draft reports, analyze legislation, or assist in developing sustainability initiatives. This role provides hands-on experience in environmental policy and allows interns to contribute to meaningful projects from a virtual setting. Skills gained often include policy research, writing, and collaboration with environmental organizations or government agencies.

What do environmental policy interns do in a remote setting?

Remote Environmental Policy Interns often assist with researching legislative developments, analyzing environmental regulations, and preparing policy briefs or reports. They may also help track relevant news, support advocacy initiatives, and contribute to virtual meetings or stakeholder communications. Typically, interns collaborate with team members via digital platforms and are given specific assignments that support broader policy goals. This experience provides interns with practical insights into the policy-making process while helping them build strong analytical and communication skills valuable for future careers in the field.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an environmental policy internship remote?

To thrive as an Environmental Policy Internship Remote, you should have a background in environmental studies, public policy, or a related field, with strong research, analytical, and written communication skills. Familiarity with data analysis tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and knowledge of environmental regulations or policy frameworks are often expected. Initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating virtually are valuable soft skills in this position. These qualities are essential for effectively supporting policy research, drafting documents, and contributing to a remote team focused on environmental advocacy and analysis.

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Public Policy Specialist - Energy and Environment (REMOTE role or Hybrid role based in Reston, Vi...

Reston, VA • On-site, Remote

ICF
Business Management Consulting • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

PUBLIC POLICY SPECIALIST - Energy and Environment

Are you interested in working on current and emerging energy and environmental policy issues? Do you want to apply your education and experience to help government agencies improve the way they develop and implement regulations, policies, and programs? Our Regulatory, Policy, and Economics portfolio has over 30 years of experience supporting the design, implementation, and improvement of Federal programs and is seeking a policy researcher to support clients like the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of the Interior, and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Join our multidisciplinary team of policy analysts, economists, attorneys, business analysts, scientists, and engineers. We combine legal, economic, engineering, and scientific research and analysis to solve unique public policy challenges through innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services. Our dynamic work environment involves working on multiple projects simultaneously, supporting a wide range of clients, and providing a wide range of support services.

The position will be REMOTE or have the option to be located in our Reston, Virginia headquarters with hybrid schedule.

Ideal candidates will combine a detail-oriented approach and effective organizational capabilities, excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, and equally strong research, writing, and editing skills to work with our Federal clients to support their development and implementation of policies and programs.

What you'll do

  • Interact directly with clients within the EPA, DOI, and NRC, among other agencies
  • Assist in compiling, drafting, formatting, and editing documents related to Federal agency rulemakings
  • Synthesize information from rulemaking documents, literature, and other technical reports
  • Analyze and summarize public comments on proposed rules
  • Attend intra-agency meetings and working groups and support document clearance processes
  • Assess the costs and benefits of proposed regulations
  • Draft reports, manuals, guidance, and regulatory language
  • Immerse oneself rapidly in varied projects for multiple clients
  • Provide other technical and administrative support to clients, as requested

Minimum Requirements

  • Master's Degree in engineering, environmental science, environmental policy, natural or physical science, public policy, government, or related subjects.
  • Bachelor's degree plus at least 2 years relevant experience will be accepted
  • U.S. Citizenship is required per Federal contracts
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a moderate-level government security clearance

Professional skills we're looking for

  • Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communications skills
  • Problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to prioritize assignments and exercise time management to work on multiple tasks under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), MS Teams and SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat

Preferred qualifications:

  • Academic or work experience in policy research and analysis
  • Demonstrated experience with technical writing and editing
  • Regulatory research skills
  • Understanding of the Federal rulemaking process

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Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration.Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration.Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contactCandidateaccommodation@icf.comfor assistance.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEOpolicy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please emailCandidateaccommodation@icf.comand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.


Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$60,967.00 - $103,643.00Reston, VA (VA30)

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