Engineering Intern Summer 2025

Job Description Position Description This is a Summer 2025 internship to support Scout’s engineering and preconstruction efforts. Our intern will leverage their engineering, research, and design skills to identify better approaches to common challenges faced in the utility-scale renewable energy industry. During this internship, you will work most closely with the engineering and preconstruction teams but will interact with members of many different departments at Scout. Note to Prospective Candidates Scout is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive team of professionals. We encourage applications from all demographics. It has been studied that underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the qualifications. If you are excited about the projects in this internship position, you are encouraged to apply even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed below. The main focus of the internship will be a project in one of the two areas described here 1. Engineering Process Improvement Scout’s Engineering team is looking to improve our design capabilities. This intern will further that effort by testing out design tools, and tools which optimize wind, solar, and battery storage projects. By the end of this internship, you will have a deeper understanding of the overall project design and development process for utility-scale renewable energy projects. Targeted majors: Engineering (Civil or Electrical), STEM majors 2. Cost Estimating and Project Scheduling Process Improvement Scout’s Preconstruction team is looking to improve our cost estimating and project scheduling capabilities. This intern will further that effort by creating cost estimating and scheduling tools and workflow automation. By the end of this internship, you will have a deeper understanding of the overall Engineering, Procurement and Construction process for utility-scale renewable energy projects. Targeted majors: Engineering (any discipline), STEM majors We will collaborate with our chosen intern to assess which project is the best fit based on their skills and interests and Scout’s priorities at the time. The results of each project will provide lasting impact for Scout since they will inform decisions about our projects that we are designing to last for 20+ years. In addition to their core project, we plan to provide the intern with two other types of professional development Secondary research project – You will have the opportunity to collaborate on a smaller research project with an engineering manager or preconstruction manager during the internship. (Approx. 15% time) Industry exposure – Our team will invite you to shadow them during meetings and other training opportunities in order to provide you with additional insight into key industry trends and challenges. (Approx. 15% time) Requirements Qualifications Working towards or recently completed a bachelor’s or master's degree in engineering or another STEM field. Interest in the renewable energy industry. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in delivery and in results. Dynamic verbal and written communication skills that are appropriate for a professional setting. Ability to work independently without direct supervision. Required Education Currently enrolled student in an accredited college or university in a technical discipline such as: Engineering, Physics, or Math. Timeline and Location This position will begin in May 2025. The internship will be a full-time (40 hr/week) commitment for the duration of the 12-week internship program. Our ideal candidate will be able to work out of our Boulder office during the duration of the internship program per the program requirements. Characteristics of Successful Scout Team Members Integrity. Ethical professional who does the right thing even when it is difficult. Initiative. Resourceful self-motivator with exceptional leadership and organizational skills. Intelligence. Perpetual learner with the ability to solve problems and make informed decisions quickly. Work Ethic. Productive team member who desires to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment to meet deadlines and get things done. Team Focus. Purpose-driven colleague with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to working across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. Benefits Invitation to Diverse Candidates Scout seeks to develop a diverse and inclusive team of professionals. We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Invitation to Veterans Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. Compensation Hourly Rate: $25-30 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC