Intern, Accounting

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

ABOUT THE PROGRAM – Summer 2026 Internship

Invenergy is committed to accelerating cleaner, more reliable, and affordable energy. We hire people who are passionate, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our culture encourages personal and professional growth in a workplace where our people feel a sense of ownership and belonging.

As an intern at Invenergy, you will have the opportunity to:

- Expand your knowledge and skills while gaining hands-on professional experience

- Engage with leaders throughout the organization and learn about the clean energy industry through weekly lunch-and-learns.

- Visit our nearby power plants: Grand Ridge Energy Center and Nelson Energy Center

- Spend a day giving back to the community with our ‘Volunteer Time Off’ program

- Have lunch with our CEO and Founder, Michael Polsky

- Attend various networking events put on by Invenergy

- Explore Chicago with your fellow interns

- Our program takes place from the end of May/early June – August lasting for 10-12 weeks

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

Applicants will be considered for internships across our accounting department. Our accounting interns will be selected to join one of the following accounting teams:

Operations Accounting: As an Operations Accounting Intern, you will participate in the day-to-day accounting functions of approximately 1-2 operational energy power production plants. You will also research intercompany transactions, prepare quarterly financials, and conduct internal audits of accounting processes and procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with closing the books and maintaining records of all accounting entities related to assigned plants

- Participating in the preparation and review of financial statements, including all monthly journal entries, to verify account balances for accuracy and reasonableness

- Preparing project workbooks to support balance sheet and income statement balances and activity.

- Ensuring accuracy of all general ledger information

- Assisting with the coordination of project treasury, banking, and cash flow analysis, including project cash reconciliation

- Coordinating and communicating project issues with asset managers, project managers, and finance professionals

Construction Accounting: As a Construction Accounting Intern, you will participate in development accounting including project cost tracking and reporting, processing of project A/P, and construction draw processing. Your responsibilities will include:

- Participating in cash planning meetings for development pipeline projects

- Assisting with the preparation of various financial & tax supporting schedules

- Assisting with the support of the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statement schedules, annual compilation of footnotes, miscellaneous financial reporting requests, and annual audits

- Working routinely with Project Managers, Development, Finance, and Treasury on a variety of job-related topics including insurance and contract agreements

- Assisting with coordination of project treasury, banking and cash flow analysis

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Currently enrolled in a 4-year Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation date between Fall 2026 and Summer 2027

- Majoring in Finance or Accounting

- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

- Demonstrated interest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector.

Base Pay

$22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Your recruiter can share more about the base pay for this internship opportunity during the hiring process.

Interns may be eligible to contribute to a 401k.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.