Internship
Applications for the Spring 2026 Internship are now open
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The Utah Office of Energy Development (OED) is seeking an Intern to join the office for the Spring semester of 2026. The intern will help advance energy initiatives throughout the state of Utah via education, outreach, collaboration, research and communications.
The ideal candidate has strong skills in writing, research and collaboration as well as a desire to effect positive change on the energy landscape in the state. Interns will report to the Energy Education Specialist.
This position will work 20 hours per week with two days in office and hybrid telework options. The intern will be paid $20 per hour for 12 weeks.
The Intern will support OED through the following tasks:
- Assist with K-12 energy curriculum development and educational content creation.
- Conduct research on Utah's energy policies, legislative developments, and current energy issues.
- Help identify and research new grant opportunities.
- Support social media campaigns highlighting Utah's diverse energy resources and needs.
- Assist with grant reporting and proposal development.
- Contribute to policy documents and reports.
- Assist in the development of engaging content for OED's website and public communications.
- Support the planning and facilitation of OED events.
- Assist with education outreach events to various school districts and community events.
This internship provides opportunities to:
- Increase understanding of the nuances and complexities of the energy landscape in Utah and across the nation
- Contribute directly to state-level energy initiatives and workforce development.
- Network with state leaders, industry experts, and educators.
- Enhance research, writing, and communication skills in a government setting.
- Learn about civil service and public policy
Required skills and qualifications
- Graduated or anticipated graduation from an institution of higher education between May 2024 - May 2028
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and take ownership of projects.
- Strong research, writing, and editing skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working as part of a team
- Spanish language skills are a plus, but not required
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates are invited to apply for the Internship by submitting a cover letter and resume. In the cover letter, candidates should explain what they would like to gain from an OED internship and why a career in energy interests them.