Top 2 2026 environmental intern (fall) Jobs in Lexington, Ky

Undergraduate Communications Intern - EPIC/CAER
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Office
12d
2026 Environmental Intern (Fall)
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $1,450 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Research

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Human Resources Intern - Fall 2026
Ohio's Electric Cooperatives —Columbus, OH
Assist the HRIS data analyst with analysis and data collection. This is an onsite position and preference will be given to candidates in their sophomore, junior…
6d
Lab Engineer (Intern)
ANS —Columbus, OH
Non-Testing Duties: Other duties as assigned for day-to-day laboratory operations, including but not limited to packaging and shipping field equipment, ordering…
$18 - $22 an hour
Quick Apply

I want to receive the latest job alert for 2026 environmental intern (fall) in lexington, ky

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

2026 environmental intern (fall) jobs near lexington, ky

Environmental Intern jobs in Lexington, KY

Communications Intern jobs in Lexington, KY

Environmental Intern jobs in Longmont, CO

Environmental Intern jobs in Albany, NY

Environmental Intern jobs in Las Vegas, NV

High School Intern jobs in Westchester, NY

Environmental Intern jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

Environmental Europe jobs in Remote

Communications Intern jobs in Greenville, SC

Communications Intern jobs in Cape Cod, MA

Business Intern jobs in Dallas, TX

Marketing Communications jobs in Tucson, AZ

Communications Intern jobs in Scranton, PA

Communications Intern jobs in Aiken, SC

Communications jobs in Louisiana

Marketing Intern jobs in Kansas City, MO

Undergraduate Communications Intern - EPIC/CAER

University of Kentucky -
Lexington, KY

Apply Now

Job Details

Part-time
$15 an hour
12 days ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Undergraduate Communications Intern - EPIC/CAER

Requisition Number

DU14490

Department Name

40550:Ctr For Applied Energy Res

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$15.00/hour

Type of Position

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

HS diploma + 0 years of experience.

Required Related Experience

Coursework or prior experience in energy, environmental policy, public policy, communications, or a related discipline

Familiarity with Kentucky state and federal government or the energy sector
Experience with data visualization tools or ability to learn quickly

Graduate students or rising juniors/seniors preferred; all class levels welcome to apply

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Requires handling lightweight objects up to 10lbs: standing and walking

Shift

8:00am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday

Job Summary

The Kentucky Energy Planning and Inventory Commission (EPIC) is an independent state agency established by the 2024 Kentucky General Assembly under KRS 164.2807. EPIC is administratively attached to the University of Kentucky’s Center for Applied Energy Research (CAER) and is charged with providing independent, data-driven analysis to inform state energy policy. EPIC’s work spans three analytical pillars: demand forecasting, primary energy supply assessment, and transmission infrastructure.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a first-of-its-kind state energy planning agency at a pivotal moment in Kentucky’s energy future.

EPIC seeks motivated students to fill a rotating internship position supporting the agency’s communications and policy research functions. The intern will work directly with the Executive Director and contribute to EPIC’s public-facing communications, legislative support, and analytical research across energy topics including electricity supply adequacy, power plant retirements, data center energy demand, and transmission infrastructure.

Term Dates
Fall 2026 | Mid-August 2026 (August 24) | Mid-December 2026 (December 11) | ~16 weeks
| Spring 2027 | Mid-January 2027 (January 11) | Early May 2027 (May 7) | ~17 weeks

This position is well-suited for a student with interests in energy policy, public administration, environmental studies, communications, or a related field who wants hands-on experience in state government and energy planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the development of public communications, including reports, briefings, legislative summaries, and web content
Assist with policy research and background analysis on energy topics assigned by the Executive Director
Track relevant legislation, regulatory proceedings, and industry developments, and produce summary materials
Assist in preparation for board meetings, working committee meetings, and stakeholder briefings
Support maintenance and updates to EPIC’s energy data platforms and dashboards
Draft correspondence, talking points, and other written materials as directed
Perform other duties in support of EPIC’s mission as assigned

The University of Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities and other persons underrepresented in sciences, technology, engineering and math are encouraged to apply.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Strong writing and research skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Interest in energy policy, public administration, environmental studies, or a related field

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

08/13/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

2026 environmental intern (fall) jobs in lexington, ky

Undergraduate Communications Intern - EPIC/CAER

2026 Environmental Intern (Fall)

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for 2026 environmental intern (fall) in lexington, ky

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected