Are you looking to gain real-world experience and make a significant impact in your field of study? Breakthrough Energy’s Internship Program is designed to provide you with hands-on, practical work experience that aligns with your academic and career goals. At Breakthrough Energy, we are dedicated to driving innovation and sustainability to achieve a net-zero emissions future. Join us and be a part of a team that is transforming the way we power the world.

Who Should Apply

We seek passionate, driven individuals who are eager to learn and make a difference. Whether you're an undergrad, graduate student, JD Student, PhD student, or a recent grad, if you're ready to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting, we want to hear from you! At Breakthrough Energy, you will be part of a mission-driven team focused on accelerating the transition to clean-energy solutions.

What We Offer

• Immersive Learning: Engage in a structured learning environment that integrates classroom knowledge with practical business skills.
• Mentorship: Work under the guidance of experienced professionals who will support and mentor you throughout your internship.
• Professional Growth: Apply your classroom knowledge in a professional environment and gain hands-on experience on specific projects.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship, providing competitive hourly wages.
• No relocation or housing assistance is provided.

Program Highlights

• Duration: Approximately 6 months, from January 2025 to June 2025.
• Eligibility: Open to current college students, graduate students, JD students, PhD candidates, recent graduates (within 12 months of graduation), or those who anticipate pursuing a graduate or postgraduate degree, including an MBA, JD, or PhD.
• Location: Based in Washington, DC, with opportunities to support projects in various locations. This is an in-person opportunity, Interns will be required to work from the DC office. Work Schedule: Flexible, ranging from 20 to 30 hours per week, not exceeding 30 hours.
• Project Involvement: Interns will contribute to specific projects that align with their career interests and academic background.

Project Specific Needs

Fellowship Experience

Fellowship Skills Assessment 

• Research options and develop a non-self-reported skills survey for BE Fellows program

Resource Development

• Building out 101- and 201- level resources for the BE Fellows portal (TEA and LCA templates being the most obvious but not the only ideas)

Important Dates

• Anticipated Program Start Date: January 13, 2025
• Anticipated Program End Date: June 27, 2025