2024 Summer Internships - Engineering

Job Description

2024 Summer Internships – Engineering  

ABOUT THE PROGRAM 

We are innovators at heart — we design, build, and operate sustainable energy solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We take pride in a company culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and 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 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 a networking mixer to learn more about and engage with representatives from our various affinity groups (Women’s Network, LGBTQ+, Black & Brown, Veteran’s Network, & more!) 

Explore Chicago with your fellow interns 

Our program takes place from June – August lasting for 10-12 weeks 

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP 

Applicants will be considered for internships with various engineering departments across the organization. In the past, our engineering interns have joined teams such as: 

OPERATIONS ENGINEERING AND DATA ANALYTICS: Provides first line technical and analytical support to power plants in operation. 

RENEWABLE ENGINEERING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Oversees the technical design, evaluation and construction of commercial and utility-scale wind, solar, thermal, and storage projects. 

OPERATIONS ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: You will focus on high-level projects affecting the Transmission, Substation and Collection systems – ranging from 34.5kV to 345kV.  A primary focus of the role is troubleshooting high voltage electrical faults, as well as developing programs and maintenance practices to prevent unnecessary site downtime.  

RENEWABLE PROJECT ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING: Oversees the technical design, evaluation and construction of commercial and utility-scale wind, solar, thermal, and storage projects. 

TRANSMISSION AND COMMERCIAL ANALYTICS: Manages all interconnection and transmission aspects of generation projects. Assesses and communicates information about the energy markets using quantitative models, independent market studies, market risk analysis and forecasts. 

OFFSHORE PROJECT ENGINEERING: You will assist with overseeing the technical design, evaluation and construction of offshore wind projects. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

Currently enrolled in a 4-year Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation date between December 2024 and May 2025. 

Majoring in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. 

Interest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector. 

Comfortable working in an amorphous environment.