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Policy Assistant jobs are open across government agencies, nonprofits, think tanks, and advocacy organizations, from entry-level to senior analyst roles, with specializations in legislative affairs, health policy, and environmental policy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $219,600 to $244,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
Location
This role offers remote flexibility and can be based within the U.S.
Our ideal incumbent will live in California, within reasonable commuting distance of our Walnut Creek, CA office, and have the ability to periodically work in-office.
Additionally, occasional travel will be required.
Primary Purpose of Position
A highly experienced attorney who works independently and has major matter, team or client responsibilities as well as certain responsibilities for other attorneys on a project-specific/mentoring basis. Frequently supervises professional teams working on legal matters. Work generally involves handling matters of very substantial importance.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Performs as a specialist in one or more fields of law, provides technical and expert legal services to Constellation Business Units.
- Prepare, and revise as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- Provides legal counsel to all levels of management, including senior management.
- Under little or no supervision, plans, conducts and supervises large and highly complex legal assignments; evaluates both legal and business risks and advises clients accordingly; represents Constellation in transactions, litigation or other relevant matters.
Handles and supervises complex legal regulatory matters, including regulatory proceedings before state and federal agencies, regulatory compliance matters, and regulatory support for wholesale and retail commercial transactions.
Minimum Qualifications
- An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions
- 10-years professional experience in a specialized area of law
- Excellent legal research, analytical abilities, and knowledge of federal and or state law
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to apply them to complex assignments
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with California state regulatory matters affecting electricity and natural gas market participants, including California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and California Independent System Operator (CAISO) matters
- Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters
- Experience with other Independent System Operators/Regional Transmission Organizations (i.e., PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT)
- Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; to analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines; and to provide realistic risk assessments and practical advice to clients.
Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $219,600 to $244,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
Location
This role offers remote flexibility and can be based within the U.S.
Our ideal incumbent will live in California, within reasonable commuting distance of our Walnut Creek, CA office, and have the ability to periodically work in-office.
Additionally, occasional travel will be required.
Primary Purpose of Position
A highly experienced attorney who works independently and has major matter, team or client responsibilities as well as certain responsibilities for other attorneys on a project-specific/mentoring basis. Frequently supervises professional teams working on legal matters. Work generally involves handling matters of very substantial importance.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Performs as a specialist in one or more fields of law, provides technical and expert legal services to Constellation Business Units.
- Prepare, and revise as necessary, budgets and early matter assessments for all matters involving outside counsel.
- Provides lead direction and/or project leadership direction to less experienced attorneys and support staff.
- Provides legal counsel to all levels of management, including senior management.
- Under little or no supervision, plans, conducts and supervises large and highly complex legal assignments; evaluates both legal and business risks and advises clients accordingly; represents Constellation in transactions, litigation or other relevant matters.
Handles and supervises complex legal regulatory matters, including regulatory proceedings before state and federal agencies, regulatory compliance matters, and regulatory support for wholesale and retail commercial transactions.
Minimum Qualifications
- An LLB or JD from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions
- 10-years professional experience in a specialized area of law
- Excellent legal research, analytical abilities, and knowledge of federal and or state law
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to apply them to complex assignments
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with California state regulatory matters affecting electricity and natural gas market participants, including California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and California Independent System Operator (CAISO) matters
- Experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters
- Experience with other Independent System Operators/Regional Transmission Organizations (i.e., PJM, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, ERCOT)
- Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; to analyze legal materials and other data; to work in stressful conditions under time deadlines; and to provide realistic risk assessments and practical advice to clients.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in policy assistant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or a related field
- Experience researching and drafting policy memos or legislative summaries
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel
- Familiarity with legislative tracking tools and government databases
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefing senior staff
- Ability to analyze quantitative and qualitative data to support policy recommendations
Tips for Your Policy Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to policy language
Policy assistant postings use precise language like 'stakeholder engagement,' 'regulatory analysis,' and 'legislative tracking.' Mirror those exact phrases in your resume's experience bullets so your application clears keyword screening without sounding generic.
Highlight your writing samples upfront
Hiring managers for policy assistant roles prioritize written communication. Attach or link two or three writing samples, such as a policy brief, memo, or public comment, directly in your resume or cover letter rather than waiting to be asked.
Target agencies by your subject-matter focus
Policy assistant roles differ sharply by issue area. If your background is in housing, focus on HUD and local planning departments. If it's public health, target CDC field offices and state health agencies. Matching your expertise to the agency's portfolio makes your application far more credible.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists policy assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without having to piece together results from multiple sources.
Prepare a policy problem walkthrough for interviews
Many policy assistant interviews include a scenario question asking how you would analyze or brief a specific issue. Practice walking through one real policy problem you've worked on, covering the data you used, the stakeholders involved, and the recommendation you produced.
Negotiate your start date around budget cycles
Government and nonprofit employers often hire policy assistants around fiscal year starts. If an offer comes in late summer, asking about a start date aligned with the new budget cycle can be more favorably received than a simple salary negotiation.
Policy Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most policy assistants?
The most active employers for policy assistants right now are The University of Texas at San Antonio, Virginia Tech, and William & Mary, and the most openings are in District of Columbia, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at advocacy organizations and large public-sector agencies with active legislative agendas.
How many policy assistant jobs are remote?
About 62% of policy assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by employer type and issue area. Research-focused and writing-heavy roles at think tanks and nonprofits tend to offer more remote flexibility than positions requiring regular presence at legislative offices or government facilities.
How do you become a policy assistant?
Start with a bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field, then build hands-on experience through internships at government agencies, advocacy groups, or research organizations. Develop your writing by producing policy briefs or public comments, and build familiarity with legislative processes and regulatory frameworks relevant to your target issue area.
Can you get a policy assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many entry-level policy assistant roles are designed for recent graduates, particularly at nonprofits, state agencies, and think tanks that run structured fellowship or junior staff programs. Strengthen your application by emphasizing relevant coursework, campus advocacy work, or volunteer research projects, and submit a strong writing sample that demonstrates your ability to synthesize policy information clearly.
What does the policy assistant interview process look like?
Most policy assistant interviews involve an initial screening call, a substantive interview with one or more senior staff members, and a written or analytical exercise such as drafting a one-page policy brief or summarizing a piece of legislation. Interviewers typically probe your subject-matter knowledge, your experience conducting research under deadline, and your ability to communicate complex issues to non-specialist audiences.
Where can I find and apply to policy assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to policy assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your background and experience, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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