About the role#
The East Region Development Intern supports project managers in renewable energy development. This role provides an introduction to the lifecycle of wind, solar, and energy storage projects. You will gain exposure to the core functions of our development team while building professional relationships and contributing to team efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Assist project managers with development tasks and project support.
- Learn the fundamentals of wind, solar, and energy storage technologies.
- Explore project drivers like scheduling, budgets, energy markets, and project finance.
- Gain insight into real estate, GIS, permitting, interconnection, environmental studies, and EPC.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency.
- Build relationships with team members and incorporate feedback into your work.
What you'll need#
- Demonstrated interest in renewable energy.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to maintain information confidentiality and handle sensitive data with discretion.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with a detail-oriented approach.
- Ability to multi-task and manage conflicting priorities.
- Creative and resourceful problem-solving skills.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Boulder, Colorado.
- Term: Summer 2027 (12-week program).
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time (40 hours per week).
- Compensation: $25-30 per hour, based on experience.
About Scout Clean Energy
Scout Clean Energy is a renewable energy developer and owner-operator headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. Founded in 2016, the company manages about 1,600 MW of renewable assets. Its current project pipeline includes over 19,000 MW of wind, solar, and storage capacity across 25 states. The organization is a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable.
How to get in at Scout Clean Energy
Applying early to Scout Clean Energy gives you a significant advantage because recruiters review applications before the pile grows. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, so you can be among the first to apply. This helps you avoid the frustration of submitting your resume after the initial review process has already begun. You can also use Intern Insider to surface the recruiters behind these roles and reach out directly to ask about the position or a referral. Connecting with a human at the company materially improves your response rates compared to applying into a queue. This approach shows you have done your research and are serious about your interest in their renewable energy projects.
