2026 Substation - Electrical Engineer Intern

The purpose of the renewable energy internship position is to develop college students that are pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, business or a similar field. Interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and activities that occur within the energy business. Interns will have the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills learned in college and demonstrate abilities in the workplace.

- Assist with substation and high voltage improvement projects

- Work with and update relay and system protection settings

- Organize fleet substation data

- Additional projects as assigned

- Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master’s degree program in engineering, business or related field

- Prior utility or energy industry experience helpful but not required

- Solid computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Effective project management skills

- Effective analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail

- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete projects within tight deadlines

- Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer background check and drug screen

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

BHE Renewables owns interests in several independent power projects in the U.S. BHE Renewables owns solar, wind, geothermal, hydro and natural gas projects that largely sell their output to regulated utilities. The company’s portfolio includes projects and assets in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York and Texas. BHE Renewables is building a first-of-its-kind solar-powered microgrid that will be the start of an aerospace manufacturing hub in West Virginia.

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.