Fellow, Energy and Environmental Policy

Fellowship Opportunity: Energy and Environment

The R Street Institute, a prominent free-market think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C., is actively seeking a motivated fellow to contribute to research efforts aimed at leveraging market competition and limited government to promote a cleaner environment and a thriving economy.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Analyzing emissions and energy investment data sets
• Collaborating with internal scholars and external experts
• Briefing government officials and regulatory bodies
• Speaking at prominent forums and events
• Writing long- and short-form research pieces on energy and environmental topics
• Collaborating on research projects with subject matter experts
• Developing credible, high-quality research projects
• Adapting strategies in a changing legislative and regulatory landscape
• Engaging with target audiences through government affairs and communications teams
• Crafting regulatory comments, policy papers, and short pieces
• Continuous policy analysis training
• Staying current with the latest research in energy and environmental policy
• Attending and speaking at events and panels
• Remaining vigilant against infiltrations

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to conduct and critique regulatory impact assessments
• Understanding of welfare economics and public policy analysis
• Substantial knowledge of energy and environmental policy
• Strong writing skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Robust communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and effective priority management
• Superior critical thinking and data analysis skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and statistical software
• Passion for free markets and limited government
• Sense of humor and a desire for continuous learning and growth

Education and Experience:

• No specific educational background required
• Demonstrated mastery in economics, public policy, political science, or environmental science preferred
• Proven track record of achieving results valued over credentials

R Street’s Mission:

R Street works to bolster American innovation, increase consumer choice, and protect individual liberty by supporting limited, smart government. Emphasis on deep scholarship and pragmatic policy solutions guides our goal of advancing a market-oriented society and limited, effective government.

Workplace:

• Flexible working arrangement (full-time, D.C. office or fully remote)

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Unlimited paid time off, including federal holidays and December closure
• Alternating Fridays off
• Fully paid health insurance option
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) contributions with up to a 4 percent match
• HSA employer contribution match
• Quarterly wellness reimbursement
• Mobile equipment and internet subsidies
• Monthly mobile plan reimbursement
• Annual educational and professional development reimbursement
• Options for child care, pet care, or student loan repayment assistance

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment:

R Street is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, valuing talent from all backgrounds and experiences. Broad coalitions, a core operating principle, drive our pursuit of varied approaches to public policy problems.

Application Details:

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format here. We plan to accept applications until the position is filled. Qualified candidates will be contacted for telephone interviews conducted on a rolling basis via Zoom.