This summer opportunity is part of the inaugural UChicago Polsky Summer 2026 Policy Fellowship Program, a new partnership between the Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth and the Institute of Politics. All University of Chicago students enrolled in the College are eligible to apply for this external summer internship, funded by the Polsky Energy Transition Leadership Academy. Graduate students are not eligible to apply. The selected student will receive a $6,000 stipend for a minimum of 320 hours or at least 8 weeks of full-time work for the fellowship.
Applications are due at 11:59 PM on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Overview of Organization:
SAFE is a non-partisan, non-profit policy thought leadership organization dedicated to accelerating the real-world deployment of secure, resilient, and sustainable transportation and energy solutions of the United States and its partners and allies by shaping policies, perceptions, and practices that create opportunity for all. SAFE unites prominent military and business leaders to develop and advocate for policies that improve America’s energy security by significantly curtailing our dependence on oil and promoting responsible use of our domestic energy resources.
Internship Summary:
Join SAFE as a full-time Transportation Policy Intern supporting SAFE’s Coalition for Reimagined Mobility (ReMo) as it advances public policy and stakeholder engagement to accelerate the safe, secure deployment of emerging transportation technologies that strengthen U.S. energy and national security. ReMo promotes responsible deployment of AI and advanced transportation technologies to improve safety, security, efficiency, and emissions outcomes.
Responsibilities: Interns will support high-impact initiatives across ReMo’s core pillars, building on existing analysis to develop policy recommendations and stakeholder-ready materials. Projects will focus on deploying and scaling AI-enabled transportation by assessing procurement and contracting reforms, state and local deployment pathways, and practical strategies for trusted implementations.
Additional responsibilities may include drafting policy summaries, attending hearings and events, contributing to advocacy and public affairs memos, and providing administrative support such as event planning, notetaking, and internal or external communications support.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrable interest in public policy – no prior policy experience required
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently on research and creative projects
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
Eligibility:
- Domestic and international students
- Undergraduate students
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
About the Supervisor: Dominic Mathew is the Policy and Partnerships Manager at ReMo, where he focuses on advancing global transportation and mobility solutions. With over a decade of experience across Asia, the United States, and Europe, Dominic’s expertise lies in creating scalable solutions that bridge policy, innovation, and sustainable growth in the mobility sector.
Location/Modality/Commute: Our team is in the office Monday through Friday (with shortened Fridays from Memorial through Labor Day). Some of the team works remotely, including the direct supervisor. Our office is located at 1111 19th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20036.
Start/End Date: Summer internships run from June 1 through September 26. Exact start and end dates will be determined during the interview process.
Required Materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Modality Notes
Our team is In office Monday through Friday (with shortened Fridays from Memorial through Labor Day). Some of the team works remotely, including the direct supervisor.