Summer 2026 Regulatory Policy Intern

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Job Summary

This position will support the Retail Policy team by monitoring regulatory proceedings and policy changes across retail footprint, contribute to the development of regulatory strategy by conducting research, developing positions, and soliciting internal feedback, and complete a capstone project supporting Vistra’s retail advocacy strategy.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

- Monitor regulatory activity by tracking, monitoring, and analyzing regulatory proceedings and assess potential impact to retail business.

- Contribute to development of regulatory strategies for improving competitive retail markets by working with key internal/external stakeholders to solicit feedback.

- Collaborate with other departments to develop materials to support policy positions including position papers, presentations, talking points, etc.

- Work closely with industry stakeholders and trade groups on activities that impact the competitive retail markets.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

- Interest in regulatory policy and advocacy.

- Interest in wholesale power markets, electric industry issues, and/or retail markets.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills, data analysis skills a plus.

- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

- Current rising Junior or Senior undergraduate student.

Key Metrics

- Monitor various state-level regulatory activity.

- Work closely with other internal teams to protect business interests and shape regulatory outcomes.

- Develop materials to support policy position, external engagement.

- Routinely and timely communicate relevant information to Regulatory Policy management and business teams.

Job Family

General Services

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Harrisburg OfficePennsylvania

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