Political Support - Government Affairs Intern

We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. In December 2025, Google announced an agreement to acquire Intersect, to enable more data center and generation capacity to come online faster while accelerating energy development and innovation. After close, we’ll continue doing exactly what we were built to do - develop, construct, and operate the most ambitious power and data infrastructure in the country.

Intersect’s operations will remain separate from Alphabet and Google under the Intersect brand. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.

About This Role

As part of Intersect’s Government Affairs team, you’ll help shape how the company engages with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders across key states. This role brings together policy research, political insight, and operational support to strengthen Intersect’s presence and effectiveness in complex regulatory environments.

Team Overview

This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the renewable energy transition by shaping policy environments that enable large-scale clean energy deployment. Working at the intersection of policy, politics, and infrastructure, the Government Affairs team collaborates closely with development, legal, and executive leadership to unlock opportunities and navigate regulatory complexity. Joining this team means contributing to high-impact work that influences markets, supports sustainable growth, and builds long-term relationships with key decision-makers.

What You’ll Do

Drive Policy Research and Insight

• Conduct targeted research on state-level policies, regulatory developments, and political dynamics impacting utility-scale energy

• Synthesize complex policy and regulatory information into clear, concise summaries for internal stakeholders

• Track emerging trends and provide timely insights that inform government affairs strategy and decision-making

Strengthen Stakeholder Engagement

• Support tracking of relationships with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders

• Help prepare materials and insights that strengthen Intersect’s external engagement and credibility

• Contribute to communication efforts that support ongoing stakeholder outreach and relationship-building

Support Political Strategy Execution

• Coordinate and organize political contribution processes for candidates aligned with team priorities

• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable guidelines and reporting requirements

• Provide operational support for political engagement activities, including campaign-related efforts

Enable Team Effectiveness

• Manage multiple research and coordination tasks with strong organization and attention to detail

• Collaborate across teams using digital tools to ensure alignment and efficient information sharing

• Leverage AI tools and research methods to improve speed and quality of insights

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, or a related field (in progress or completed)

• Experience or coursework in government affairs, public policy, political campaigns, or energy policy research

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear insights

• Advanced research and data gathering skills using internet-based tools and AI-supported workflows

• Proficiency with GSuite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and virtual collaboration tools such as Zoom

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills across multiple workstreams

• Familiarity with state-level policymaking and regulatory processes; exposure to energy policy, utilities, or decarbonization trends will accelerate your impact

• Early-stage network or exposure to academic, policy, or political communities that supports credibility and learning

• A self-directed, highly organized work style that enables you to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Curiosity, humility, and adaptability when navigating evolving policy landscapes

• Enthusiasm for political campaigns and public policy engagement

• A commitment to accuracy, integrity, and thoughtful analysis, along with alignment to Intersect’s values of long-term impact, authenticity, equity, and a people-first mindset

Program Details

Duration: 10 weeks

Program Dates: June 1 – August 14

Location: Interns are expected to work in-person from our San Francisco office

Mentorship: Each intern will receive guidance from experienced professionals throughout the program

Capstone Presentation: Interns will present their final project to executive leadership at the end of the program

Compensation

• $35 USD per hour for undergraduate students.

• $45 USD per hour for graduate students.

Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada or the US. Intersect is unable to sponsor visas for this position.

Ready to gain real-world experience while contributing to meaningful innovation? Apply now and start building your career with Intersect.

Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.