AI & Energy Strategy Intern

lightsource bp • Austin, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonize.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
AI & Energy Strategy Intern
We’re seeking a Summer Intern to support our U.S. Portfolio Planning team in advancing strategic pipeline management and developing innovative energy solutions for emerging data center demand.
This role will focus on applying AI-driven analysis and data modeling to improve renewable energy pipeline planning and explore low‑carbon data center energy strategies that integrate solar, battery storage, and natural gas.
Locations: Austin, TX | Denver, CO | San Francisco, CADuration: Early June – Mid-August (~10 weeks)Schedule: 40 hours/week | Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite)Pay: $20/hour

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
• Interest in AI, data modeling, and renewable energy systems
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Passion for renewable energy and sustainability

Responsibilities

• Explore ways to apply AI tools and automation to improve renewable energy pipeline planning
• Analyze project data to identify risks, opportunities, and forecasting insights
• Support development of more efficient planning workflows and decision tools
• Research and model energy strategies for data centers using solar and battery storage
• Analyze scenarios that optimize levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and reduce emissions
• Help build tools or dashboards that visualize optimization results and support strategic proposals

Benefits

• Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees