Careers — We are looking for people who propose and promote science-based solutions to the climate crisis

EFI is seeking a Research Specialist focused on energy justice, environmental justice, and just transitions. Research Specialists provide critical contributions to EFI, including but not limited to authoring high-profile reports and thought leadership and managing and conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis. A successful candidate will have considerable research experience in at least one component of justice and equity, with a preference for those with experience in clean energy research. This is a hybrid position based in Washington, D.C., though candidates should expect to be in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

EFI is seeking a mature and professional Policy Outreach Associate with the ability to brief cabinet-level policymakers, C-Suite executives, television producers and on-air personalities. The preferred candidate will be an organized and enthusiastic person with experience on Capitol Hill working for a committee, party caucus or member of Congress. In this role, you will meet regularly with congressional staffer, state and local policy makers, and business executives to elevate EFI’s analytic work. You will also be required to handle travel logistics and confidently deal with unexpected challenges (flight delays, city traffic), while making sure preparation milestones and event target times are met. Candidates must have 3+ years of relevant experience after college graduation in a paid position.

The Communication Associate will work with the Senior Vice President of Policy Strategy and Outreach and the Deputy Director of Communications to plan and implement effective strategic communications efforts to promote EFI’s analytical work and thought leadership to various audiences. You must have 3+ years of post-graduate experience in communications, preferably in energy communications. In this role, you will write, edit, and manage a variety of strategic content to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.