Summer Intern – Energy and Transmission Development
Company Overview
Pattern Energy Group LP is an independent, fully integrated energy company that develops, constructs, owns and operates renewable energy and transmission assets across North America, Chile and Japan. Historically, the primary focus has been on wind and transmission, with limited investments in other generation technologies.
The Pattern Energy team has a history as one of the top North American renewable energy and transmission providers in the industry. The team is dedicated to delivering the highest value for its customers, partners, financial supporters and the communities in which it works, while exhibiting a strong commitment to promoting environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility.
Pattern Energy Group LP operates in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Japan, with offices in San Francisco, Houston, San Diego, New York, Toronto, and Tokyo. Pattern Energy Group LP's corporate headquarters are in San Francisco.
Job Purpose
Pattern Energy is excited to hire our summer 2023 Interns! Pattern’s Summer Internship Program gives undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience to develop technical skills, as well as a better understanding of the renewable industry. This internship program will run for approximately 10-12 weeks and include a formal welcome, mentorship opportunities, and executive exposure. This is one way that Pattern Energy supports the larger renewable community and invests in the next generation of great minds.
Assist the lead project managers in the development of new renewable generation and transmission projects in the United States and Canada. Additionally, provide market research in order to assist in the identification and evaluation of investment opportunities for new development projects.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist internal and external due diligence teams to evaluate potential investment opportunities and provide input on the overall deal assessment
· Assist in preparation of management presentations to justifying investment in an opportunity
· Track project development tasks including permitting, equipment procurement, construction, real estate, feedstock supply, product off-take, electric transmission, schedule, community and government relations, etc
· Research local and state permitting requirements, focusing on western US markets, including New Mexico & Arizona
· Research new project development opportunities in western US markets, including New Mexico & Arizona
· Help develop and track project milestone and critical path activities for project schedules
· Coordinate and help run team meetings among project stakeholders
· Support project budgeting and forecasting activities
· Support the management of SharePoint and tracking of priority projects
Experience/Qualifications/Education Required
Educational Requirements
· Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program
. must have at least one semester left before graduation
Required Work Experience
· Good leadership, communication, and organizational skills
· Ability to travel
· Strong interpersonal skills
Team player
Technical Skills
· Facility with Power Point, Word, SharePoint, and Excel
· Strong organizational skills
· Strong communication skills
This position will commence in late May/early June through August 2023.