Intern, Project Management,Summer 2026

Project Management

Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The Project Management Intern will work directly with our Project Managers, who are accountable for successfully executing large utility-scale renewable power generation projects, including solar PV, wind, and battery storage. Key responsibilities encompass construction safety, quality assurance, scheduling, contractor scope management, and budget oversight. This role involves ensuring contract compliance and managing project closeout. Interns will work with Project Managers to monitor construction progress, establish strategic goals, and closely track performance to achieve these objectives. Additionally, Interns, at the direction of Project Managers, may engage with field supervision and project engineering teams.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support timely project execution within the established schedule and budgetary constraints and in compliance with safety, reliability, technical quality, and regulatory requirements
• Support execution of project contracts, including thoroughly reviewing and approving change orders and invoices
• Coordinate project expectations, workflows, and communications among various departments and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives, contracts, budgets, and schedules
• Support Quality Analysis/Quality Control for key deliverables associated with both managed projects and task
• Identify, report, and support management of project risks in collaboration with the relevant project stakeholders to develop effective mitigation plans
• Support the facilitation of effective communication with management and project teams, both internal and external to the company
• Support preparation and distribution of progress status reports, as required
• Ensure the highest standards of environmental health and safety on assigned renewable energy project(s)
  
  

• Working to achieve a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management related field of study from an accredited college or university
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.)
• Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the workday
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concept
• This is a full-time 12-week summer internship starting the first week of June.in our Chicago, IL office
  
  

The hourly base salary range for this position in Illinois for undergraduates is $25.00 - $35.00 an hour, and for graduates is $30.00 - $40.00. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Paid time off and Holidays.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91579. Any questions? Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Clean Energy is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).