Regulatory Affairs Intern
Energyhub · Brooklyn, New York · Posted Jul 8, 2026
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About EnergyHub
EnergyHub is a leading provider of distributed energy resource (DER) management solutions that help utilities unlock the full potential of virtual power plants (VPPs). By connecting and optimizing customer-owned devices like smart thermostats, EV chargers, and batteries. EnergyHub enables a cleaner, more flexible, and more reliable grid. EnergyHub empowers utilities and their customers to create a clean, distributed energy future. We help consumers turn their smart thermostats, EVs, batteries, and other products into virtual power plants that keep the grid stable and enable higher penetration of solar and wind power.
Role Overview:
EnergyHub is seeking a motivated and analytically minded Regulatory Affairs Intern to support our policy and regulatory strategy work. This role offers hands-on experience at the intersection of clean energy policy, grid modernization, and technology. The intern will contribute to research, strategy development, and cross-functional information sharing that supports EnergyHub’s VPP business across the U.S. The anticipated length of this internship will be 6 months.
Key Project Areas Responsibilities
1. State Policy Regulatory Strategy Development
Develop a comprehensive policy strategy for 1–2 U.S. states relevant to EnergyHub’s VPP programs
Research and summarize state legislation, regulatory proceedings, and utility filings related to DERs, demand response, and VPPs
Track gubernatorial, legislative, and regulatory elections and assess potential impacts on VPP policy and market opportunities
Identify and map key stakeholders, including regulators, utilities, policymakers, advocacy organizations, and industry groups
Produce a written strategy memo and supporting briefing materials for internal use
2. Legislative Strategy Support (2027 and Beyond)
Assist in drafting components of a longer-term legislative strategy for the 2027 legislative cycle
Analyze emerging policy trends at the state and federal level that may affect VPPs and DER markets
Support scenario planning and policy positioning based on anticipated political and regulatory shifts
3. Policy Intelligence AI-Enabled Information Sharing
Use AI tools to help connect and synthesize insights from policy research platforms and internal resources
Help design an information-sharing strategy to translate policy and regulatory developments into actionable business intelligence
Collaborate with Sales and Customer Success teams to ensure relevant policy insights are shared in a clear, timely, and usable format
Explore ways to improve internal workflows for tracking and communicating regulatory and legislative updates
Qualifications:
Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in public policy, political science, energy policy, economics, environmental studies, or a related field
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Interest in clean energy, grid modernization, and regulatory policy
Familiarity with state or federal legislative and regulatory processes is a plus
Comfort with technology and interest in using AI or data tools for research and synthesis
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders
What You’ll Gain:
Hands-on experience shaping policy strategy for virtual power plants and DER markets
Exposure to real-world regulatory and legislative processes affecting the clean energy transition
Opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Customer Success, and Product
Mentorship from experienced regulatory and policy professionals
A deeper understanding of how policy translates into business strategy in the energy technology sector
Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.
Why work for EnergyHub?
Collaborate with outstanding people: Our employees work hard, do great work, and enjoy collaborating and learning from each other.
Gain well rounded experience: EnergyHub offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.
Work with the latest technologies: You'll gain exposure to a broad spectrum of IoT, SaaS and machine learning obstacles, including distributed fault-tolerance, device control optimization, and process modeling to support scalable interaction with disparate downstream APIs.
Be part of something important: Help create the future of how energy is produced and consumed. Make a positive impact on our climate.
To learn more, visit energyhub.com.
EnergyHub is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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