Intern, Renewable Engineering

Job Description

Job Title: Intern, Renewable Engineering. Location: Chicago, IL. Invenergy drives innovation in energy, providing scalable power generation & storage solutions worldwide to create a cleaner energy future. We develop, build, own, & operate sustainable energy projects.

About the Program – Summer 2025 Internship  

At Invenergy, we are innovators at heart, designing and operating sustainable energy solutions globally. Our culture fosters personal & professional growth, ensuring our people feel a sense of ownership & belonging. As an intern, you will:

- Expand your knowledge & skills while gaining hands-on experience.

- Engage with leaders through weekly lunch-and-learns about the clean energy industry.

- Visit our nearby power plants: Grand Ridge Energy Center & Nelson Energy Center.

- Participate in community service through our ‘Volunteer Time Off’ program.

- Have lunch with our CEO and Founder, Michael Polsky.

- Attend networking mixers with representatives from various affinity groups.

- Explore Chicago with fellow interns.

The program lasts for 10-12 weeks from June to August.

About the Internship

Interns will be considered for roles across various engineering departments, responsible for overseeing technical design, evaluation, & construction of commercial & utility-scale projects. Interns may join teams such as:

Wind Renewable Engineering

• Support technical due diligence for prospective wind projects.
• Evaluate project constraints & design optimal layouts using GIS software.
• Conduct site measurement campaigns & analyze meteorological data.
• Model energy production & key metrics.
• Participate in landowner meetings, community outreach, & construction meetings.

Solar Renewable Engineering

• Work with Project Management & Operations teams for project operations.
• Conduct site visits for evaluation & due diligence.
• Prepare conceptual project layouts using CAD & GIS software.
• Optimize layouts & prepare energy production estimates using performance modeling software.

BESS (Battery Energy Storage)

• Interface with OEMs to obtain technical information & stay updated on technology trends.
• Prepare project layouts using QGIS, CAD, or Visio software.
• Conduct site visits & assist in permitting efforts.
• Support team initiatives related to safety & process improvement.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation between December 2025 and Summer 2026.  
• Majoring in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.  
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without employer visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.  
• Demonstrated interest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector.