Intern, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, we are accelerating the transition to a carbon-neutral world. Our renewable energy portfolio across North America is growing fast, and we need curious, driven minds to help shape the deals that make it happen.

As a Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Intern, you will be part of ENGIE North America’s M&A and Business Development team, supporting the evaluation and execution of grid-scale renewable energy transactions across North America. The role offers hands ‑ on exposure to live acquisitions and divestments, strategic market analysis, and senior ‑ level investment decision ‑ making. This full ‑ time summer internship is limited to no more than 40 hours per week and reports to leadership within the M&A and Business Development organization.

What You Will Do

- Support financial modeling and valuation work (DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions) for renewable energy project acquisitions, including solar, battery storage, and wind assets

- Conduct industry, market, and competitor research to inform investment theses and bid strategy

- Assist in preparing investment committee memoranda and transaction presentations

- Support transaction diligence, including data room management, document review, and coordination across development, engineering, construction, power marketing, finance and legal workstreams

- Analyze key risks, sensitivities, and value drivers impacting asset pricing and deal structure

- Track and summarize market activity, active deal flow, and pipeline opportunities across North American power markets

- Participate in internal discussions on deal strategy, structuring considerations, and investment recommendations

What You’ll Bring

- Minimum 2nd year undergraduate or graduate degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Engineering, Science, or related field

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and familiarity with Power BI is a plus

- Familiarity with Power BI is a plus

- Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills with a high degree of accuracy

- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be a self-starter in a fast-paced environment

- Excellent communication skills both written and verbally

Additional Details

- Interns must be enrolled students in good standing at the commencement of the intern semester

- The internship work term will be from June 1, 2026, to August 21, 2026, based in our Chicago, IL office

- This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy and is not eligible for remote work

- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Hourly Range:

$25.50 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. 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.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

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Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power

Division: R&B NORTHAM

Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

Professional Experience: Junior (experience < 3 years)

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED/A Levels

Company Name: ENGIE North America