Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
The Policy and Government Affairs team leads all policy work across Emerson Collective.
As the Climate and Energy intern, you’ll support our efforts to drive pragmatic, bipartisan, and economically sustainable climate solutions through policy research, legislative tracking, meeting support, and event coordination. This role offers a hands-on introduction to how policy, philanthropy, and cross-sector coordination work in tandem to drive real-world climate impact. Ideal candidates should possess excellent written, research, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with teams in different time zones.