Intern

Leeward Renewable Energy • Dallas, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment. As passionate renewable energy advocates, we take great pride in responsible development and the safe operation of our projects. We are focused on building sustainable solutions for clean, renewable energy, and we remain dedicated to empowering communities through energy independence, job creation, and lasting partnerships. We model this everyday through our values of Acting with Integrity Sustainability in All We Do Diversity in Action Empowering Our People Safety and Health of Our Teams Celebrate and Have Fun Purposeful Collaboration. LRE is currently seeking interns for the calendar year of 2024 (summer and fall/winter interns). Open for consideration for spring and fall internships. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside LRE professionals and gain hands-on experience with projects related to your field, participate in vital industry research, lead process improvements in your department, learn valuable occupational skills, and get a head start on your career.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of undergraduate schooling at the time of application
• Currently working towards a degree relevant to the industry you are interested in pursuing
• Ability to communicate and work well with both small and large teams
• Interest in LRE’s mission and values
• Adapt quickly based on the needs of the business
• Commitment, ability and prior experience in meeting deadlines for projects
• Enjoys working in a very “hands on” and detail-oriented environment
• Self-starter with flexibility, desire to learn, willing to ask questions and take ownership of projects
• Microsoft Outlook experience a plus
• Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support the team you are placed on by fulfilling tasks assigned by direct supervisor
• Build relationships with relevant stakeholders through informal and formal meetings
• Relevant job shadowing within your department
• Learning technical skills related to the industry and applying those to assigned projects and duties
• Prepare communication materials and project work
• Attend all relevant meetings and be an active participant

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees