About the role#
This internship offers a look into the full lifecycle of renewable energy projects. You will work with the project development team to move wind, solar, and energy storage infrastructure from initial ideas to operations. You will manage multiple tasks, collaborate with internal teams and external consultants, and gain experience in the origination and development of projects across Canada and the Northeast United States.
What you'll do#
- Assist with permitting, land control, and project management for new energy sites.
- Support investment theses through financial and cost-benefit analysis of project and contract designs.
- Help build project review presentations and present findings to management and subject matter experts.
- Read and interpret Power Purchase Agreements to understand their impact on project economics.
- Identify potential project locations using GIS software and assess site value.
- Track competitor activity to identify new sites and quantify market risks.
- Research the benefits of siting solar projects on farmland and create marketing content.
- Draft responses to community questions and concerns regarding energy projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in Business, Science, Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and PowerBI.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage tasks with minimal supervision.
- A curious mindset and the ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
- Prior knowledge of the renewable energy industry is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January to April).
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the Toronto office.
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
- Status: This is a paid internship. Please note that sponsorship is not provided.
About EDF power solutions North America
EDF Power Solutions North America operates as an independent power producer and service provider. Founded in 1987, the company develops and constructs energy projects across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Its portfolio includes solar, wind, energy storage, and EV charging infrastructure. The organization maintains a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees and is based in San Diego, California.
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