EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.
Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
What you will do
This is an opportunity to learn what it really means to be a Renewable Energy Developer, working for one of the largest and most respected renewable energy companies globally. Through this opportunity you will gain valuable experience and insight into the expanding renewable energy industry. You will learn what it takes to work with a team to develop, permit, market, procure, contract, engineer, schedule, budget, and construct utility-scale renewable energy projects with a focus on the western United States.
This is a paid 10-week, full time internship that will start on or around June 1, 2026, with an end date of August 7, 2026. Main responsibilities:
- Permitting utility scale solar and energy storage projects in California
- Organizing financial metrics for utility scale solar and energy storage projects in Washington and Oregon to help in project strategy
- Working with interdepartmental teams to gather and review appropriate documentation for permit issuance and compliance
- Reviewing and presenting to internal teams on project requirements during construction and operation
- Will require strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Will work with GIS software to map out potential project layout and land targets
- Summarize and consolidate potential financial offers that can be made to landowners
- Will require critical thinking, problem solving, and organization skills
Minimum Requirements:
- Current undergraduate (Junior or Senior) or graduate student in Business (Finance), Urban/Regional Planning, Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar
- Experience and substantive coursework in both technical and business programs
- Proficient with MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and Google Earth software preferred
Behavioral Requirements:
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- High attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to work productively with limited supervision
- Time-management skills
- Strong interest in renewable energy, environmental issues, and the energy industry
Physical demands & working conditions:
- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
- Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
- Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
- Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
- Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacion Masfamilia
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
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EDPR
Mar 19, 2026