- Conduct research on public policy, regulatory, and legislative issues affecting the natural gas and energy sector
- Monitor federal, state, and local legislative developments and summarize key insights
- Assist in drafting internal and external communications, including briefing materials, reports, and presentations
- Support the development of content for stakeholder engagement and public affairs initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic communications and policy-related projects
- Compile and analyze data to support policy recommendations and business decisions
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Economics, Business, or a related field
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Interest in energy policy, utilities, and government affairs
- Ability to translate complex information into clear, concise summaries
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Prior internship or coursework related to public policy, communications, or government affairs
- Familiarity with legislative tracking tools or policy research platforms
- Interest in sustainability, infrastructure, or energy regulation
We offer a competitive salary of $27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and skills.
The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply
Why work at AltaGas?
AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provides affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.
We deliver affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.
To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL
For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Economics, Business, or a related field
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Interest in energy policy, utilities, and government affairs
- Ability to translate complex information into clear, concise summaries
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
What We Do
We are a leading North American infrastructure company connecting customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy. Every day, we leverage the strength of our people and our assets to connect our customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers, to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, to markets around the world. With a strong portfolio of assets in some of the fastest growing energy markets, including a prominent position in the Montney basin and Utilities in key U.S. jurisdictions, we are developing an integrated footprint capable of delivering sustained value to shareholders and customers for many years to come.
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