PowerHouse Texas

Austin

And remote

 

PowerHouse Texas was established in 2022 by the Texas Energy and Climate Caucus to bridge the political divide and build consensus across the aisle around critical energy policy issues. PowerHouse Texas is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that educates and cultivates policy leaders to promote energy innovation, security, and sustainability. We go beyond partisanship so policymakers, legislative staff, industry experts, innovators and public citizens can share solutions that will secure Texas’ position as a leader in energy and advance new technologies. 

 

 

As an intern at PowerHouse Texas, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the Program Director, Development Manager and Executive Director to support various initiatives aimed at promoting energy innovation, security, and sustainability in Texas. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the coordination of programs such as the Energy Policy Advisory Council (EPAC), Texas Energy Tours, and Energy Innovation Forums. You will play a key role in stakeholder engagement, advocacy efforts and helping to facilitate communication between academic advisors and legislators. Your responsibilities will include assisting with both program development and thought leadership and supporting the coordination of logistics for events. Additionally, you may support marketing, fundraising, and public relations efforts by collecting program success stories, managing social media campaigns, and assisting with press releases. This internship will provide you with valuable experience in energy policy, program coordination, advocacy, and relationship-building within a non-partisan non-profit organization.

 

This internship at PowerHouse Texas offers valuable professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on energy policy in Texas. If you are passionate about promoting energy innovation and eager to gain hands-on experience in the field, we encourage you to apply.

 

• Energy Academy

• Support Program Director in curriculum development and materials preparation for the one-month (four-session) Energy Academy, including presentation slides and quizzes.

• Assist in coordination and communication with guest speakers, fellows, and facilitators.

• Manage logistics for sessions, including space reservations, supplies, and lunch.

• Take notes during sessions and contribute to a final summary report of the Academy, including participant feedback and key takeaways.

• Help track attendance and engagement data for Academy participants.

• Texas Energy Tour:

• Work with the Program Director to utilize policy summaries of Texas energy legislation to plan a policy agenda for one Texas Energy Tour.

• Develop talking points and handouts for the tour

• Help organize and manage logistics for the Texas Energy Tour, including planning travel itineraries, estimating costs, etc. 

• Create flyers and distribute flyers to select offices in the Texas Capitol.

• Aid in the invitation to, confirmation of and communication with legislators and staff for the Texas Energy Tour. 

• Assist with press releases for the Texas Energy Tour.

• PowerPlayer Awards Event

• Assist with the planning and logistics of the annual PowerPlayer Awards event, including venue coordination, run-of-show, guest invitations, honoree follow-up, and script development.

• Support design and distribution of promotional materials, signage, and event collateral.

• Help coordinate press outreach and day-of-event execution.

• Energy Innovation Forums:

• Assist the team in setup and takedown on day of Energy Innovation Forums.

• Help organize and manage logistics for the Forum, including speaker management and attendee communications.

• Act as notetaker during Energy Innovation Forums and create an event summary and policy recommendations summary for distribution to attendees.

• Help compile materials for distribution to attendees and stakeholders.

• Miscellaneous:

• Assist in compiling and formatting program reports for funders and partners.

• Assist Program Director with the Energy Policy Advisory Council (EPAC) as well as with communications and fundraising efforts.

• Assist in the management of social media channels and campaigns.

• Help maintain and update internal databases, including contact lists, engagement tracking, and program outputs.

• Provide input and recommendations to improve overall program quality, logistics, and intern experience.
  
  

 

Please send your resume and cover letter to anagha@powerhousetexas.org and Patricia@powerhousetexas.org by July 6th, 2024. 

 

Please include in the email subject line: Internship Application-Fall 2025.

 

Current Student

Preferred

Anagha Uppal anagha@powerhousetexas.org

State Legislature

 

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., environmental studies, political science).

• Experience in policy advocacy, program coordination, or related roles is preferred.

• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Passion for promoting energy innovation, security, and sustainability in Texas.
  
  

 

 

This is an unpaid internship position that offers valuable professional development opportunities and hands-on experience in energy policy:

• Gain first-hand experience in the legislative process 

• Engage with state legislators and staff

• Gain project administration and nonprofit management experience

• Learn about technology innovation directly from academic experts

• Build a clean energy network in Austin

Anagha Uppal, Patricia Zavala

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Friday, August 1, 2025

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