Intern - Renewable Generation Engineering

Berkshire Hathaway Energy•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking an engineering student pursuing a bachelor's degree and graduating after August 2027 for a temporary, nonexempt, full-time hourly internship through the summer. The intern will gain hands-on experience, develop technical and professional skills, and contribute to projects affecting customers and communities. The program also includes networking, leadership engagement, and development events throughout the summer, including an annual three-day intern experience in Des Moines. The role supports renewable generation construction and operations through document and drawing interpretation, project documentation, fault-analysis data mining, operating-history documentation, project reporting and due diligence, community outreach, and financial and schedule analysis. The intern may also perform related administrative tasks and other assigned responsibilities.

Requirements

Be a college student at sophomore standing or higher, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in engineering.
Be able to work May through August 2027.
Possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Some travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Prior energy industry experience is helpful but not required.
Software skills for extracting information from various sources, conducting analysis, building reports, and assisting the workforce in achieving goals.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings is helpful but not required.
Effective project management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

Support construction and operations, including reading and interpreting documents and drawings.
Organize and review project documentation.
Mine data to support fault analysis.
Document operating history.
Communicate findings and document them.
Build project reports and support project due diligence.
Support community outreach and mailings.
Complete financial and schedule analysis and tracking, as well as administrative tasks.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Complete responsibilities accurately and within determined time frames.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and company.
Maintain professional competence, knowledge, and skills, and take responsibility for professional development and training.
Maintain sensitive and confidential company information.
Attend work regularly and follow company policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
Know and follow applicable compliance requirements, policies, codes, and regulations.