Intern, Electrical Engineering

Intern, Electrical Engineering 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM – Summer 2025 Internship 

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 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. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and Summer 2026. 

• Majoring in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering 

• 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 interest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector.