About the role#
Our 2027 Summer Internship Program offers students the chance to work on projects with real outcomes. You will learn from experienced professionals and build professional connections. This full-time, 10-week program is based at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What you'll do#
- Engineering: Work on renewable energy, grid modernization, and system performance tasks.
- Project Management: Assist in delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Procurement & Supply Chain: Support supplier management, sourcing, and logistics.
- Information Technology & Cybersecurity: Help maintain and protect our digital infrastructure.
- Computer & Data Science: Analyze data sets to provide insights for business decisions.
- Finance & Accounting: Contribute to financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
- Development: Help with project siting, land acquisition, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and GIS mapping.
- External Affairs, Communications & Marketing: Support advocacy, public affairs, and communication strategies.
- Human Resources: Assist with talent acquisition, employee experience, and organizational development.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting.
- Must not graduate before August 2027.
- Rising junior or senior status with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort speaking in front of executive teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Leadership experience through extracurricular activities.
- A self-driven, motivated, and proactive approach.
- Genuine interest in the renewable energy industry.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Sponsorship: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
About Deriva Energy
Deriva Energy operates as an independent power producer focused on renewable energy. The company manages over 6,200 megawatts of assets and maintains a development pipeline exceeding 10,500 megawatts. It functions as a portfolio company of Brookfield. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the firm employs 372 people.
How to get in at Deriva Energy
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