Global Quality Intern

lightsource bp•Austin, TX

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Global Quality Intern to support our Quality team during the summer internship program. This role provides hands-on exposure to quality management practices in a growing renewable energy organization. The intern will assist with data analysis, quality audits, training initiatives, and process improvement efforts while working closely with experienced Quality professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in engineering, quality management, data analysis, and operational excellence to gain practical experience supporting quality programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
Experience collecting, organizing, and working with data
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
Basic understanding of statistics
Strong attention to detail
Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset
Clear communicator who works well with others
Proactive and adaptable, with a willingness to learn
Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks
Demonstrates integrity, collaboration, and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with root cause analysis methods (such as 5 Whys) is a plus
Coursework or certifications related to quality management principles are beneficial

Responsibilities

Assist with data collection, organization, and cleanup to support reporting on quality metrics
Support quality audits and inspections to identify workmanship or equipment issues
Help the team investigate incidents, identify root causes, and develop preventative actions
Assist with organizing and delivering quality training sessions and workshops for employees and contractors
Support the development and improvement of quality procedures, documentation, and training materials
Contribute to special projects and research initiatives led by Quality Managers to advance company-wide quality goals

Benefits

This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in quality systems, data analysis, and operational improvement while contributing to meaningful work in the renewable energy sector.
Interns will collaborate with experienced professionals and gain insight into how quality programs support large-scale infrastructure projects.
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
At Lightsource bp, you’ll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.
Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.
We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.
In today’s fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field, so you can not only keep pace with change, but confidently shape a brighter future.