About the role#
This 13-week summer internship offers hands-on experience in subsurface resource exploration and management within the geothermal industry. You will work directly with the Geothermal Resources team to complete a project tailored to your specific discipline. Your work will contribute to areas such as reservoir management, geochemical characterization, and geoscience data management.
What you'll do#
- Build a working knowledge of geothermal systems by combining independent study with mentorship.
- Create a project roadmap and manage its execution over the 13-week term.
- Perform specific technical tasks, such as geologic framework mapping or reservoir characterization.
- Deliver a final report and present your recommendations based on your project outcomes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Reservoir Engineering, or a related field.
- A valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly in English to engineers, partners, and stakeholders.
- Ability to wear company-standard personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Availability for domestic travel to field and office locations up to 5% of the time.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Reno, Nevada.
- The internship runs for 13 weeks, typically from mid-May to mid-August 2027, with flexibility for school schedules.
About Cyrq Energy
Cyrq Energy develops and operates geothermal and solar power plants. The company focuses on clean energy production. It maintains facilities across California, Nevada, and Utah. Founded in 2010, the company is based in Salt Lake City and employs 70 people.
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