Business Development Intern (Summer 2027)
About The Position
Pattern Energy is seeking a motivated Business Development Intern based in its Chicago office to support its growing Illinois wind portfolio and potential new development opportunities. The internship provides hands-on exposure to the commercial, strategic, and development activities involved in advancing utility-scale renewable energy projects. The intern will work with the Business Development team and cross-functional partners to support existing wind projects and help evaluate potential future opportunities within the broader market. The intern will support portfolio business development activities through research, analysis, presentations, and development initiatives; assist with early-stage prospecting and market screening; and research generation trends, electricity demand, transmission considerations, market dynamics, and other factors that may influence development strategy. The role also supports commercial and financial analysis and evaluation of potential project opportunities, customers, strategic partners, and other stakeholders. The intern will prepare presentations, project updates, briefing materials, maps and data summaries, and recommendations for the Business Development team and company leadership. They will participate in business development and project meetings, collaborate with colleagues across multiple functions, and complete a meaningful summer project focused on a business development opportunity or strategic question, presenting findings and recommendations at the end of the internship. Learning opportunities include understanding the renewable energy development lifecycle, gaining exposure to commercial and strategic considerations in utility-scale wind development and energy markets, developing practical research and analysis skills, and participating in Pattern’s broader Early Careers programming.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Energy, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate key findings clearly.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and interest in renewable energy, electricity markets, transmission, infrastructure development, or energy transition.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Support business development activities for Pattern’s project portfolio, including research, analysis, presentations, and development initiatives.
- Assist with early-stage prospecting and market screening to identify potential areas and opportunities for future renewable energy development.
- Research generation trends, electricity demand, transmission considerations, market dynamics, and other factors that may influence development strategy.
- Assist with commercial and financial analyses.
- Support evaluation of potential project opportunities, customers, strategic partners, and other stakeholders.
- Prepare internal presentations, project updates, briefing materials, maps and data summaries, and recommendations for the Business Development team and company leadership.
- Participate in Business Development and project meetings and contribute research, ideas, and analysis to address development challenges.
- Collaborate with colleagues across Development, Transmission, Finance, Regulatory, Engineering, Legal, and other functions.
- Complete a summer project focused on a business development opportunity or strategic question and present findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
