About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience supporting the planning and execution of major clean energy conferences and events. You will work with the events team on projects including CLEANPOWER, Operations, Maintenance & Safety, Siting & Permitting, and PEAK Performance Assessment & Modeling. The role runs from January through June 2027 and offers a look into conference logistics, attendee engagement, and event technology.
What you'll do#
- Support the planning and coordination of conferences, meetings, and events.
- Assist with program and content planning, such as speaker coordination, scheduling, and materials preparation.
- Manage logistics including pre-event shipments, sponsorship fulfillment, tracking RSVPs, and editing onsite materials.
- Coordinate with hotel and convention center partners for both pre-event and onsite needs.
- Maintain event documentation, attendee lists, and internal tracking materials.
- Support the use of event technology platforms, including registration systems and mobile tools.
- Assist with onsite or virtual event execution.
- Contribute to post-event tasks like feedback collection and reporting.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate.
- Interest in event management, hospitality, marketing, communications, or business.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
- Familiarity with event registration platforms, databases, or project management tools is preferred.
- Interest in clean energy, sustainability, or public policy is preferred.
- Relevant coursework or prior internship experience in events or program coordination is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, DC.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Winter and Summer 2027 (January through June).
- Compensation: $20 per hour.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Note: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About American Clean Power Association (ACP)
The American Clean Power Association is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, District of Columbia. Founded in 2021, it represents companies in the wind, solar, energy storage, and clean hydrogen sectors. The association focuses on industry policy, advocacy, and education to support domestic energy goals. It maintains a staff of over 250 employees.
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