EEI Careers

Welcome to the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) careers page. Here you can learn about our organization and industry, view our job openings, and apply for a position online.

EEI is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or permit discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, disability, matriculation (the status of being enrolled as a student), political affiliation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy extends to all aspects of a person's hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

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EEI Careers

Welcome to the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) careers page. Here you can learn about our organization and industry, view our job openings, and apply for a position online.

EEI is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or permit discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, disability, matriculation (the status of being enrolled as a student), political affiliation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy extends to all aspects of a person's hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

Current Job Openings

About EEI

EEI is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for nearly 250 million Americans, and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 70 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

Our Vision

EEI will be the best trade association.

We will be the best because we are committed to knowing our members and their needs. We will provide leadership and deliver services that consistently meet or exceed their expectations.

We will be the best because we will attract and retain employees who have the ambition to serve and will empower them to work effectively as individuals and in teams.

Above all, we will be the best trade association because, in the tradition of Thomas Edison, we will make a significant and positive contribution to the long-term success of the electric power industry in its vital mission to provide electricity to foster economic progress and improve the quality of life.

Issues and Policy

  • Clean Energy & Climate Change
  • Customer Solutions & Programs
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Electric Transportation
  • Energy Grid
  • Environmental Issues
  • ESG Sustainability
  • Finance & Tax
  • Grid Security
  • Reliability, Resilience & Emergency Response
  • Rising Energy Costs
  • Wildfire Mitigation & Liability
  • Workforce Development

Our Core Values

Our Core Values reflect our commitment to excellence and to each other.

  • Continuous Improvement – Our ability to provide excellent services to our member companies depends on being better today than we were yesterday.
  • Corporate Citizenship – We maintain a strong tradition of public service through actions that demonstrate care for our community.
  • Dignity – We encourage all employees to be innovative, creative, and energetic, allowing greater individual influence and control.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusion that celebrates the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all employees.
  • Empathy – We work with and involve our member companies, the public, and each other in a caring, courteous, and individualized manner.
  • Excellence – Thomas Edison once said, “What you are will show in what you do.” We strive to provide excellent service to our member companies in all our endeavors.
  • Integrity – Our actions and decisions should reflect the highest set of ethical standards and professionalism.
  • Stewardship – We will never compromise our responsibilities in the management and use of resources.
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Our Operating Principles

Our Operating Principles are designed to foster growth and to enable every employee to harness and to demonstrate the Power by Association that EEI represents. We will always:

  • Create a Positive and Satisfying Work Environment – We will work together to create an environment that fosters professional growth.
  • Deliver High-Quality Service – We must be motivated to provide member service that is prompt, responsive, accurate, and credible.
  • Demonstrate Teamwork – We must embrace the concept of teamwork as achieved through effective communication, mutual respect, trust, creation of a sense of camaraderie, and cooperation on all tasks to meet customer needs.
  • Focus on Results – We must set priorities, seek results, and devise, manage, and use creative ways to define and to measure success in achieving those results effectively and efficiently.
  • Provide Value – We must strive to provide value to our member companies.
  • Put Our Customers First – Our primary customers are our member companies. Each of us must work to deliver quality service in a positive and professional manner and must strive to exceed customer expectations every time a service is provided.
  • Take Initiative – We are all empowered to take individual initiative and informed risk and to accept accountability in meeting the needs of our customers and of each other.
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Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Efforts

The electric industry is proud of our diverse and inclusive workforce, and we are constantly working to advance DEI measures here at EEI, through our Diversity & Inclusion Council, and at our member companies across the country, through industry-wide programs. 

EEI’S COMMITMENT TO DEI

You are welcome here.

EEI is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion. One that celebrates the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our most valuable asset—our team. One that encourages employee engagement, enhances personal growth, and provides an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and heard. One where all are welcome. You are welcome here. 

Read the industry’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Employee Resource Groups

EEI's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) play a pivotal role in EEI’s DEI journey by empowering employees to work collaboratively to create an impact on the entire organization. Our ERGs are open to all full-time employees. 

Black EmPowered

Black EmPowered aims to provide networking, mentorship, professional development, and career advancement opportunities that help Black employees achieve their full potential at our organization. 

Emerging Leaders

The mission of EEI's Emerging Leaders ERG is to promote a sense of belonging among employees with diverse backgrounds, interests, and goals and to provide its members with networking opportunities, skill-building activities, and paths toward career advancement.

Green Team

EEI's Green Team seeks to identify, craft, and better implement sustainability measures into our organization through a variety of initiatives—including waste reduction, volunteer activities, staff education, business improvement, and more to help EEI reduce its environmental impact.

Power in Pride

Power in Pride, EEI's LGBTQ+ ERG, promotes an affirmation of the unique intersectionality of identities that compose the LGBTQ+ community through recruitment, retention, professional development, networking, mentorship, and facilitating access to relevant resources.

Benefits

EEI offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • Wellness incentives and programs
  • Transportation subsidy
  • Professional development opportunities

Location

EEI is conveniently located at the corner of 7th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in NW Washington, D.C. We are located in the heart of Penn Quarter, only five blocks from the U.S. Capitol Building.

BY METRO

Visitors are encouraged to use Metro—D.C.'s subway system—to reach EEI. The Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter stop on Metro's Yellow and Green Lines is located directly in front of the EEI building.

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BY CAR

Parking in EEI's building is approximately $26 per day. EV charging is available.

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EEI TRAVEL DISCOUNTS PROGRAM

Several Washington, D.C., area hotels offer discounted guest room rates to representatives and staff of EEI member companies, international affiliates, and associates.

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