Intern, Project Controls and Estimating

RWE • Chicago, IL

1d • $25 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Intern, Project Controls and Estimating provides support to Project Controls and Estimating teams by assisting with data collection, analysis, and reporting activities. Gain exposure to cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and project performance tracking processes while contributing to the successful delivery of renewable energy projects.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• No prior experience required; coursework or projects related to construction, finance, or data analysis preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to learn new tools and systems quickly
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Motivated self-starter with a desire to learn about renewable energy and project delivery
• Office-based role with potential for hybrid work and occasional visits to other company offices or project sites
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering benchmark data, historical pricing, and project performance metrics to support cost estimates and financial reporting
• Help update and maintain pricing databases, dashboards, and trackers for project controls and estimating functions
• Support the preparation of basic cost estimates and bid analysis under the guidance of senior team members
• Assist in reviewing contractor bids and identifying scope gaps with supervision
• Participate in project hand-off meetings and help document key decisions and action items
• Help validate and organize project data in systems such as SAP, SharePoint, and Excel
• Support the processing of purchase orders and change orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Preconstruction, Execution, Finance) to gather information for reports and estimates
• Assist in preparing simple reports and presentations for internal stakeholders
• Learn and apply best practices in project controls and estimating through hands-on tasks and mentorship

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees