Environmental Affairs Intern (Summer 2027)

Pattern Energy Group • Boulder, CO

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About The Position

Pattern Energy is seeking a motivated Environmental Affairs Intern to support its Environmental Affairs team in evaluating regulatory and permitting requirements for renewable energy, transmission, and emerging energy infrastructure development. The intern will contribute to research and analysis of permitting requirements and support internal teams with clear, practical summaries and resources. The role is suited to undergraduate or graduate students pursuing environmental studies, public policy, planning, natural resources, or law, particularly those interested in environmental, energy, land use, or regulatory matters.

The internship offers practical exposure to environmental and regulatory initiatives in the renewable energy industry, including permitting and infrastructure development across projects. The intern will develop research, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills while collaborating with Environmental Affairs and cross-functional teams and gaining a broader understanding of how environmental considerations support renewable energy projects.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, JD, or other advanced degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Natural Resources, Law, Energy, or a related field.
• Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Interest in renewable energy, transmission infrastructure, environmental permitting, energy policy, or regulatory matters.
• Ability to synthesize complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical summaries and matrices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze environmental permitting, regulatory requirements, and energy infrastructure development.
• Help develop and maintain tools, resources, and documentation for organizing environmental and regulatory information across projects.
• Research emerging environmental, policy, and development considerations in the United States and Canada.
• Support assessments of permitting and regulatory considerations across federal, state or provincial, and local jurisdictions.
• Analyze information and translate findings into clear summaries, presentations, matrices, and other resources for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Environmental Affairs and cross-functional teams on renewable energy, transmission, and other infrastructure initiatives.
• Support special projects and research assignments based on evolving business and project needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern