Civil Engineer Intern

New Leaf Energy, Inc. • Lowell, MA

10d • $27 • Hybrid

About The Position

New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. We identify high-value sites, work with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partner with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.
New Leaf Energy, Inc. is seeking civil/environmental engineering juniors and seniors for Intern roles on our Civil Engineering team. The Civil Engineer Intern will work with a team of engineers to assist in reviewing and designing renewable energy projects (solar PV, energy storage, wind).
This internship can be filled from our Lowell, MA office We are offering a summer 2026 internship timeline.
We value in-person collaboration and offer a hybrid work environment. Interns will work in-office weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Primary duties will include but not limited to assisting in:
Site due diligence and research of bylaws;
Creation of plan sets (CAD);
Site civil and stormwater design;
Permit applications;
General project support tasks.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a 4-year ABET accredited bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• On-track to take the Fundamentals of Engineering exam for EIT Certification
• In, or entering into, third or fourth year of college program
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and HYDROCAD or an equivalent tool
• Ability to work in ad-hoc teams and take direction
• Ability to occasionally visit project sites
• Passionate about renewable sources of energy

Nice To Haves

• Preference to extend the internship to at least six months (reduced hours during the academic year)

Responsibilities

• Site due diligence and research of bylaws
• Creation of plan sets (CAD)
• Site civil and stormwater design
• Permit applications
• General project support tasks

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision
• A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute)
• An open and self-managed paid time-off policy
• A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week
• A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire
• Professional development and education assistance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern