Government and Regulatory Affairs Intern

Plains is currently looking to fill the position of Government and Regulatory Affairs Intern to join our Government and Regulatory Affairs team for a three-month position beginning May 18, 2026.

• Monitor, analyze, and communicate changes in legislation or regulation
• Assist in the preparation of briefing materials, policy papers, and presentations
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support policy and advocacy initiatives
• Develop communications materials for engagement initiatives
• Assist in community investment and strategic stakeholder engagement initiatives
• Attend and take notes at governmental meetings, hearings, and other events
• Support the organization of advocacy events and meetings
• Assist in the redesign of our internal tools using Microsoft products
• Communicate and collaborate with team members and other stakeholders to achieve project goals
• Support activities related to the company’s Political Action Committee (PAC)
• Assist with coordination and documentation for stakeholder engagement
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions and communications

• Interns must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree at an accredited university
• Strong communication skills—written and verbal, including public speaking proficiency
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

• Competitive compensation
• Industry-leading work experience
• Opportunity to take part in a variety of social events with colleagues

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