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Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

+ Demonstrated i nterest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector.

Base Pay

$22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Your recruiter can share more about the base pay for this internship opportunity during the hiring process.

Interns may be eligible to contribute to a 401k.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.