Energy Internships
Energy internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in generation, storage, and grid systems, mentorship from working engineers and analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings across Distribution & Wholesale are active now, with Tesla, Stantec, and Sargent & Lundy among the employers posting roles now.
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TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
TRC is seeking highly motivated and diverse Project Engineer Intern for our Summer 2027 intern program out of our New York, NY Office. This is a paid full-time position. Anticipated duration will be from June through August 2027 (flexible). This position has the potential to transition into a Full-Time role upon graduation. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Project Managers and Team Leaders and partner with engineers, scientists, and technologists.
- Support the implementation and management of utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs.
- This position provides hands-on experience in engineering analysis, project management, and energy efficiency program operations, working alongside experienced engineers and program managers to support commercial and industrial energy efficiency projects.
- Engineering Analysis: Assist in reviewing energy savings calculations, equipment specifications, and technical documentation for commercial and industrial energy efficiency projects.
- Project Management Support: Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines to ensure projects progress efficiently through program requirements.
- Energy Savings Verification: Support the evaluation of proposed energy efficiency measures, including HVAC, lighting, compressed air, refrigeration, and other building and industrial systems.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze project data, maintain tracking spreadsheets, and assist with preparing reports on energy savings, incentive expenditures, and program performance.
- Technical Documentation: Review energy audits, engineering reports, and supporting calculations to verify compliance with program guidelines and technical requirements.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Assist with communications between contractors, customers, utility representatives, and internal engineering teams to resolve project-related questions and obtain necessary documentation.
- Quality Assurance: Support project quality control efforts, including reviewing application submissions, identifying documentation discrepancies, and assisting with pre- and post-installation inspections.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline project tracking, reporting, and internal workflows.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Pursuing Masters, Bachelor or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering General, Engineering Physics, Environmental Engineering, Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, an interest in energy efficiency and sustainability, and a willingness to learn about the technical and operational aspects of utility incentive programs.
- Critical thinking and problem solving.
- Strong written and spoken communication - presentations to leaders will be part of the role.
- Adept with numbers and statistics, and good with detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Honest, fun, hard-working and ready to learn and grow.
Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.
Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.
The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.
TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
TRC is seeking highly motivated and diverse Project Engineer Intern for our Summer 2027 intern program out of our New York, NY Office. This is a paid full-time position. Anticipated duration will be from June through August 2027 (flexible). This position has the potential to transition into a Full-Time role upon graduation. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Project Managers and Team Leaders and partner with engineers, scientists, and technologists.
- Support the implementation and management of utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs.
- This position provides hands-on experience in engineering analysis, project management, and energy efficiency program operations, working alongside experienced engineers and program managers to support commercial and industrial energy efficiency projects.
- Engineering Analysis: Assist in reviewing energy savings calculations, equipment specifications, and technical documentation for commercial and industrial energy efficiency projects.
- Project Management Support: Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines to ensure projects progress efficiently through program requirements.
- Energy Savings Verification: Support the evaluation of proposed energy efficiency measures, including HVAC, lighting, compressed air, refrigeration, and other building and industrial systems.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze project data, maintain tracking spreadsheets, and assist with preparing reports on energy savings, incentive expenditures, and program performance.
- Technical Documentation: Review energy audits, engineering reports, and supporting calculations to verify compliance with program guidelines and technical requirements.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Assist with communications between contractors, customers, utility representatives, and internal engineering teams to resolve project-related questions and obtain necessary documentation.
- Quality Assurance: Support project quality control efforts, including reviewing application submissions, identifying documentation discrepancies, and assisting with pre- and post-installation inspections.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline project tracking, reporting, and internal workflows.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Pursuing Masters, Bachelor or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering General, Engineering Physics, Environmental Engineering, Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, an interest in energy efficiency and sustainability, and a willingness to learn about the technical and operational aspects of utility incentive programs.
- Critical thinking and problem solving.
- Strong written and spoken communication - presentations to leaders will be part of the role.
- Adept with numbers and statistics, and good with detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Honest, fun, hard-working and ready to learn and grow.
Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.
Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.
The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.
Energy Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Tesla46
- Stantec13
- Sargent & Lundy9
- Legence7
- CMTA Consulting Engineers7
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale
Tips for Your Energy Internship Search
Apply earlier than the energy recruiting calendar suggests
Large utilities, oil and gas majors, and renewable energy companies close summer intern cohorts by October or November the year before. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in early fall and set alerts so you don't miss the earliest deadlines for the most competitive programs.
Build project evidence before you need it
Energy intern hiring teams want something concrete to assess, not just a course list. Document two or three projects with clear methodology and visible outputs: a renewable-systems model, a load-flow analysis, a CAD design, or an energy-data script. Link to repositories or reports so recruiters can review your work directly rather than taking your word for it.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which energy employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never appear at university events.
Practice the actual energy intern interview format out loud
Engineering intern screens typically involve technical questions on power systems, thermodynamics, or circuit analysis. Data and modeling roles often include an analytics or Python exercise. Practice out loud and walk through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers in energy weigh how you approach a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured rotational programs at larger energy companies
Major utilities and integrated energy companies run cohort-based rotational internships designed to move you across generation, grid operations, and renewables development in a single term. These programs are built to train people new to the field, recruit in the early fall, and fill their first wave fast. Identify the ones that match your interest and get your applications in before general recruiting opens.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 23% of the energy internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you search, whether that's on-site at a plant or substation, hybrid, or fully remote for modeling and analysis work, and filter by location and work type from the start so you spend your time on roles you can actually take.
Energy Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an energy internship?
Lead with coursework, technical projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level and want something concrete to assess. For energy candidates, that means documented project work: a load-flow analysis, a renewable-systems model, or a CAD design with clear methodology. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an energy internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it in energy is consistent performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early in your internship you signal interest. Position for one by treating every assignment as a work sample, without assuming the offer will follow automatically.
When should I apply for energy internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large utilities, oil and gas companies, and renewable energy firms recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts by November or December. Smaller companies, engineering consultancies, and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single recruiting season keeps you from missing early deadlines.
Are energy internships paid?
Most professional energy internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, a large utility or an oil and gas major typically pays more than a small nonprofit or municipal agency. Where employers disclose compensation, it appears directly in the listing, so you can factor it into your decision before applying.
What should an energy internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Highlight two or three complete, documented projects that show what you built or analyzed, which tools you used, and where a recruiter can see the output, linked code repositories, published reports, CAD or design portfolios, or modeled energy systems. Add relevant coursework in power systems, thermodynamics, or environmental science, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote energy internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 77% of the energy internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts in data analysis, energy modeling, and policy research fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them without sorting through on-site postings that don't fit your situation.
What is a rotational energy internship?
Rotational internships place you across two or more business units, generation, transmission, renewables development, or grid operations, over one internship term, giving you broader exposure than a single-team placement. Larger utilities and integrated energy companies run structured versions of these programs specifically for students new to the field. They recruit early and fill quickly, so apply in the first wave of openings.
Can international students get energy internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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