Associate

VerdeXchange News & Conference and The Planning Report seek a highly motivated Associate (Part-time / Intern) to support editorial production, conference programming, and research initiatives. This role offers hands-on exposure to California policy, clean energy, housing innovation, and global climate partnerships.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, curious about infrastructure and climate issues, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Our annual conference is scheduled for May 31–June 3, 2026, and availability during that period in Downtown Los Angeles is required.

Hours will begin at approximately 10–15 per week, with a minimum of one in-person day per week in DTLA (The Bloc). The Associate will work directly with the conference lead and core team.

Additional opportunities—including attending events, supporting private dinners, and assisting with closed-door meetings—will require schedule flexibility and the ability to commute within the Los Angeles region.

Support editing and formatting of interviews and articles for publication

Assist with VX26 conference programming research and speaker coordination

Conduct policy and market research across energy, housing, water, and mobility sectors

Help manage contact databases and outreach tracking

Support newsletter and Mailchimp production

Assist with event logistics and partner coordination

Provide general administrative and project support

Strong writing, editing, and research skills

Interest in urban planning, climate policy, clean energy, housing, infrastructure, or related fields

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Based in the Los Angeles region preferred

Graduate students or upper-division undergraduates encouraged to apply

This is a flexible role that can lean more toward media/editorial work or conference/program support depending on the candidate’s strengths and interests. The Associate will work closely with the conference lead to develop a contribution flow aligned with the candidate’s skills and professional goals.

Familiarity with the following platforms is strongly valued (expertise is a plus):

Cvent

Mailchimp

LinkedIn

Google Workspace

Canva