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Get Access To All JobsJob 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? No
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.
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? No
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Pr Specialist
Frame your portfolio around U.S. communications standards
PR Specialist J-1 visa applications require a training plan tied to measurable objectives. Translate your media contacts, press release samples, and campaign results into deliverables a U.S. host employer can evaluate against the DS-2019 training timeline.
Distinguish Trainee from Specialist category early
The Trainee category requires a degree plus one year of experience abroad, while Specialist requires five years in a recognized field. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance, so confirm eligibility before approaching any host employer.
Target host employers with active public affairs teams
PR roles that qualify for J-1 hosting typically sit inside communications, corporate affairs, or agency teams with structured onboarding. Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. employers actively listing PR and communications positions aligned with J-1 exchange visitor programs.
Verify the host employer can sign a training plan
Not every company willing to hire a PR Specialist can legally host a J-1 exchange visitor. The host must agree to supervise your training plan, provide a U.S. supervisor of record, and cooperate with your designated sponsor organization's monitoring requirements.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement before accepting an offer
Some PR Specialist J-1 participants from government-funded or skills-shortage countries face a two-year home residency requirement after their program ends. Confirm your country's status with your designated sponsor before signing any offer letter or relocation agreement.
Build a 12-month program timeline backward from your target start date
DS-2019 issuance, SEVIS registration, visa appointment scheduling, and host employer onboarding each take time. PR Specialist programs requiring agency coordination often need a minimum of eight to twelve weeks between DS-2019 issuance and your first day at the host organization.
Pr Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a PR Specialist role?
Most PR Specialists enter under the Trainee category if they hold a degree and at least one year of relevant experience outside the U.S. Professionals with five or more years of recognized PR expertise may qualify under the Specialist category instead. The host employer's training plan and your background together determine which category your designated sponsor organization will approve on the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a PR Specialist position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not the company where you work. That company is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, registers you in SEVIS, and monitors program compliance. Your host employer provides the actual PR Specialist role and signs off on your structured training plan.
How do I find U.S. host employers open to J-1 PR Specialist candidates?
Many U.S. communications agencies and corporate PR teams are unfamiliar with J-1 hosting requirements and may decline without understanding the process. Migrate Mate filters roles by employers with exchange visitor program experience, helping you identify PR and communications positions where the host organization is already set up or receptive to J-1 arrangements, saving you time on outreach to companies that will not participate.
Can a PR Specialist J-1 participant work on client-facing media campaigns independently?
J-1 Trainee and Specialist programs are structured around skill development, not independent employment. Your training plan must reflect supervised learning objectives tied to PR competencies, such as media relations, crisis communications, or content strategy. You can contribute to live campaigns, but your DS-2019 program purpose must describe your role as training-oriented, and your designated sponsor will review the plan against that standard before issuance.
What happens to my J-1 status if the host employer ends the PR Specialist engagement early?
If your host employer terminates the arrangement before your DS-2019 end date, your designated sponsor must be notified immediately. You typically have a 30-day grace period to depart the U.S. or transfer to a new program with a different host. Staying beyond that window without a valid DS-2019 puts your immigration status at risk, so contact your sponsor the same day any early termination is communicated to you.