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The Sustainability Grid lists this Policy Analyst, Domestic Climate Policy at American Progress opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Policy Analyst, Domestic Climate Policy at American Progress
American Progress is a public policy research and advocacy organization focused on advancing progressive solutions across climate, energy, economic, and social policy.
By The Sustainability Grid Desk
Location Washington, D.C., United States (On-site)
Type Full Time
Salary $65,000 to $78,000 per year
Experience Mid Career (3+ years)
Deadline Preference given to applications submitted by August 28, 2026
About American Progress
The organization's Energy and Environment team works at the intersection of research, legislation, regulation, and public engagement to develop policies that address climate change while promoting environmental justice, economic opportunity, and equity.
This role places you directly inside one of the most influential climate policy spaces in the United States.
The Opportunity
Climate policy does not begin with legislation.
It begins with research, analysis, evidence, and the ability to translate complex ideas into policies that lawmakers, stakeholders, and communities can understand.
This role offers an opportunity to influence federal and state climate policy by producing research that supports legislative action, regulatory reform, and public engagement.
If you enjoy policy analysis, climate research, and transforming data into actionable recommendations, this position provides an excellent entry point into high impact climate policy work.
What You'll Do
Research & Policy Analysis
Conduct quantitative and qualitative climate and energy research
Analyze federal and state legislation
Evaluate administrative policies and regulatory developments
Provide research support across the Energy and Environment department
Develop expertise in climate and energy policy, particularly within the power sector
Policy Writing & Content Development
Write reports, policy briefs, fact sheets, and research publications
Develop articles and opinion pieces for different audiences
Create social media content that communicates complex policy issues
Support the drafting, production, and publication of policy materials
Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborate with researchers, advocacy organizations, and policy experts
Work with internal and external partners to advance policy priorities
Participate in coalition building and issue based partnerships
Strengthen relationships across the climate policy community
Public Engagement & Communication
Represent American Progress in external meetings
Engage with policymakers, coalition partners, media representatives, and Capitol Hill staff
Communicate technical policy concepts to nontechnical audiences
Support public conversations around climate and energy policy
Project Coordination & Administration
Coordinate meetings, events, and policy initiatives
Support coalition activities and program planning
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ensure policy initiatives move from concept to completion
Requirements
Core Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
At least three years of professional experience in energy, climate policy, or a related field is preferred
A master's degree is considered an advantage
Relevant internships, activism, volunteer experience, and professional experience may be considered
Technical Expertise
Knowledge of climate and energy policy
Understanding of legislative and administrative policymaking processes
Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Ability to interpret datasets, graphs, and policy evidence
Understanding of energy systems and power sector policy
Professional Strengths
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong project management abilities
Ability to manage multiple deadlines
Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams
Mindset Fit
Committed to addressing climate change
Passionate about environmental justice and equity
Comfortable working across multiple policy areas
Respectful of diverse perspectives and cultural backgrounds
Aligned with American Progress' mission and progressive values
Comprehensive employee benefits package
Union represented position
Opportunity to work alongside leading climate policy experts
Exposure to federal legislative and regulatory processes
Professional development within a nationally recognized policy organization
Opportunity to contribute directly to climate and energy policy development
Why This Role Matters
Climate policies influence everything from electricity prices and industrial emissions to environmental justice and public health.
But policies do not write themselves.
Behind every climate bill, regulatory proposal, and policy reform is a team of researchers translating evidence into action.
This role places you at the center of that process.
You won't simply be studying climate policy.
You'll be helping shape it.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
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