The board
- Hours
- Full time
- Where
- Washington DC-7th Street
- Apply by
- End Date: October 3, 2026
- Posted
- Sep 2
NiSource Internship Program Introduction
NiSource is currently seeking a Summer Federal Government Affairs Intern. Successful applicants will become integral members of the department while learning within a team environment, completing meaningful tasks and collaborating with team members and leaders on important projects. This position will be a great opportunity for the candidate desiring to launch their career in the field. Successful applicants will build professional relationships with other interns and all levels of NiSource personnel while participating in rewarding professional development exercises and fun, team-building activities. Interns will obtain a broad overview of NiSource's operations and current events in the utilities industry.
This is a 12-week summer internship program starting in May 2027, for students entering their junior or senior year in fall 2027.
What you'd do
- Collaborates with the Federal Government Affairs team to assist in the execution of government affairs strategies designed to meet the organization’s strategic goals and objectives.
- Supports the development and execution of the organization’s strategic public policy priorities and advocacy plans that will be integral in the long-term success of the company.
- Contributes to the solicitation strategies and implemented plans developed by the NiSource Federal Government Affairs team.
- Prepares written summaries of testimonies related to relevant hearings to the company, highlighting potential impacts on business operations.
- Helps advance ongoing PAC-related efforts to increase membership across the enterprise.
- Drives continuous improvement in streamlining record-keeping across PAC membership.
- Develops materials to support team meetings and cross-functional collaboration.
- Other duties as assigned.
What they want
- Enrolled in a college or graduate program with a focus on Political Science, Public Policy, Energy, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- High-performance individual, eager to learn and ready to take ownership of assigned duties.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively on teams.
- Ability to work 40 hrs/week during the summer
- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship
- Starts
- 2026-08-31