Advanced Energy Intern
About The Position
TRC is seeking highly motivated and diverse Advanced Energy Interns for its Summer 2027 intern program in the San Diego, California office. This is a paid, full-time position anticipated to run from June through August 2027, with flexible duration. The role may transition into a full-time position upon graduation. Interns work under the supervision of Project Managers and Team Leaders and partner with engineers, scientists, and technologists. By applying, candidates are automatically considered for Summer Internship Program openings at more than 150 locations throughout the United States. TRC works with commercial, industrial, and government clients and the communities they serve, developing solutions across engineering and related fields. The company describes its work environment as collaborative and entrepreneurial, and says it invests in employees’ careers through training and development of new skills and certifications. The salary range is USD $20.00–$28.00 per hour. Interns and trainees receive benefits in accordance with the laws of their state or country of residence. Employees may be eligible to participate in the company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against applicable Key Performance Indicators.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Energy, Sustainability, Energy Systems, or a related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid technical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must possess a clean driving record.
- Honest, fun, hard-working, and ready to learn and grow.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with engineering software applications such as AutoCAD, Mathcad, ESRI, Hydro Cad, Water Cad, or ArcView GIS is preferred but not required.
- Experience with data analysis and familiarity with Power BI are preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Support project tasks, including regulatory requirements and review estimates, research, and procurement support.
- Perform data entry, data management, data evaluation, and data presentation.
- Support preparation of client reports, plans, and specifications.
- Support market research, audits, and quality controls.
- Support feasibility studies and designs for energy storage and microgrids when needed.
- Attend local meetings, tradeshows, and client meetings for field assignments as needed.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Benefits
- Benefits for interns and trainees in accordance with the laws of their state or country of residence.
- Potential eligibility to participate in the annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
