Intern, Engineering

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

4d•$22 - $25

About The Position

ABOUT THE PROGRAM – Summer 202 6 Internship Invenergy is committed to accelerating cleaner, more reliable, and affordable energy . We hire people who are passionate, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our culture encourages personal and professional growth in a workplace where our people feel a sense of ownership and belonging. As an intern at Invenergy, you will have the opportunity to: Expand your knowledge and skills with industry lea ding tools and software while gaining hands-on professional experience Engage with leaders throughout the organization and learn about the clean energy industry through weekly lunch-and-learns. Visit our nearby power plants: Grand Ridge Energy Center and Nelson Energy Center Spend a day giving back to the community with our ‘Volunteer Time Off’ program Have lunch with our CEO and Founder, Michael Polsky Attend v arious networking events put on by Invenergy Explore Chicago with your fellow interns Our program takes place from the end of May/early June – August lasting for 10- 12 weeks ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP Applicants will be considered for internships with various engineering departments across the organization. O ur engineering interns are responsible for managing initiatives that support the technical design , evaluation, and construction of commercial and utility-scale projects. In the past, our engineering interns have joined teams such as: Wind Engineering Evaluate project constraints and design optimal project layouts utilizing GIS software to maximize project value Design site measurement campaigns, analyze available meteorological datasets, and establish opinions of long-term resource characteristics at multiple project sites Model expected energy production and affiliated key metrics Conduct site visits to support site evaluation and wind turbine micro siting Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach events, and construction meetings Gain knowledge of wind turbine technology and affiliated technical and market trends. Work with wind turbine O EM’s to optimize equipment selection for projects as it relates to power curves, operational modes, mechanical suitability, and curtailment strategies Interface with the project development, origination, finance, environmental, GIS , and project management teams to support project development, marketing, financing, permitting , and construction efforts Solar Engineering Interface with the Project Management and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations Conduct site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach events, and monthly construction meeting Prepare conceptual project layouts utilizing CAD and GIS software Optimize layouts to maximize project value. Utilize performance modeling software including PVSyst , and System Advisory Model (SAM) to prepare energy production estimates BESS (Battery Energy Storage) Engineering Interface with battery, inverter, and pad mount transformer Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to obtain technical information and stay apprised of technology advancements and trends Prepare conceptual project layouts using QGIS, CAD, or Visio software. Optimize layouts to maximize project value Conduct site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts Assist the Development team with federal, state, county, and local permitting efforts Support the progress of team initiatives including safety, material/process template improvement, design optimization, etc.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a 4-year Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation date between Fall 20 26 and Summer 2027.
Majoring in Engineering, including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Demonstrated i nterest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector.

Responsibilities

Evaluate project constraints and design optimal project layouts utilizing GIS software to maximize project value
Design site measurement campaigns, analyze available meteorological datasets, and establish opinions of long-term resource characteristics at multiple project sites
Model expected energy production and affiliated key metrics
Conduct site visits to support site evaluation and wind turbine micro siting
Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach events, and construction meetings
Gain knowledge of wind turbine technology and affiliated technical and market trends.
Work with wind turbine O EM’s to optimize equipment selection for projects as it relates to power curves, operational modes, mechanical suitability, and curtailment strategies
Interface with the project development, origination, finance, environmental, GIS , and project management teams to support project development, marketing, financing, permitting , and construction efforts
Interface with the Project Management and Operations teams leading up to and through project commercial operations
Conduct site visits to support site evaluation, suitability, and due diligence efforts
Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach events, and monthly construction meeting
Prepare conceptual project layouts utilizing CAD and GIS software
Optimize layouts to maximize project value.
Utilize performance modeling software including PVSyst , and System Advisory Model (SAM) to prepare energy production estimates
Interface with battery, inverter, and pad mount transformer Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to obtain technical information and stay apprised of technology advancements and trends
Prepare conceptual project layouts using QGIS, CAD, or Visio software.
Assist the Development team with federal, state, county, and local permitting efforts
Support the progress of team initiatives including safety, material/process template improvement, design optimization, etc.