Wind Technician Intern
Invenergy
Company Overview
Invenergy LLC
Chicago, IL, United States
2001
Approximately 1,200 employees globally (source: salestools.io).
What They Do
Invenergy's core technology focus spans wind, solar, natural gas, combined heat and power generation, and energy storage, with services extending to operations and maintenance via its Invenergy Services division founded in 2005 (source: infrapppworld.com). The company develops, owns, operates, and provides third-party management for power generation and storage facilities, delivering solutions at scale including grid-integrated renewables (source: infrapppworld.com). Target markets include North America and Europe, serving utilities, commercial customers, and governments through large-scale projects that supply clean power to grids; customer segments encompass energy buyers seeking long-term power purchase agreements and owners needing asset management (source: infrapppworld.com). Competitively, Invenergy differentiates as North America's top private renewable developer through its end-to-end expertise from development to operations, led by Polsky's engineering background, enabling profitable scaling beyond early setbacks like the Tennessee wind farm (source: bcigem.com).
Projects & Track Record
Invenergy has a global portfolio of power generation and storage facilities, with notable completed projects including early wind developments that have led to some of the most successful U.S. wind and solar sites (source: bcigem.com). Ongoing major projects feature the Cardal Transmission Project in Salto, Uruguay, where subsidiary Tealov S.R.L. secured US$67 million in construction financing from IDB Invest and executed an operating lease with Uruguay's National Administration of Power Plants and Electrical Transmissions (source: infrapppworld.com). Key clients and partnerships include IDB Invest for Uruguay financing, Puerto Rico Public-Private Partnerships Authority (shortlisted consortia involvement), and third-party asset owners via Invenergy Services (source: infrapppworld.com). Geographic presence spans development and operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Uruguay, Scotland, Poland, Israel, and Japan, with expansion via regional offices supporting new markets (source: bcigem.com).
Recent Developments
In the last two years, Invenergy Services surpassed a major milestone in its managed portfolio, though specifics on capacity or value are not quantified in announcements, highlighting its growth in third-party power asset management globally (source: invenergy.com). Subsidiaries Tealov S.R.L. and Invenergy Transmission completed construction financing and operating leases for the US$67 million Cardal Transmission Project in Uruguay with IDB Invest (source: infrapppworld.com). The company participated in Puerto Rico PPP shortlisting for three projects among 13 consortia, indicating active bidding (source: infrapppworld.com). No major acquisitions, mergers, or funding rounds were reported in this period, but ongoing project financings like Cardal signal expansion; no specific awards or certifications from 2024-2025 are detailed (source: infrapppworld.com).
Working There
Invenergy offers roles across engineering (software development, infrastructure, power plant tech), product management and design, sales and marketing (business development, customer success), operations (finance, HR, administrative), and executive leadership, primarily at its Chicago headquarters housing these departments (source: salestools.io). Hiring occurs at the Chicago HQ (1 S Wacker Dr) and regional offices like Denver, New York, Toronto, Mexico City, Warsaw, and Tokyo, supporting global project needs in development, operations, and maintenance (source: salestools.io). Company culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, continuous learning, and employee well-being, reflected in Chicago facilities with open-plan offices, flexible seating, quiet zones, conference rooms, high-speed tech infrastructure, fitness centers, wellness rooms, cafeterias, lounges, and social spaces designed for dynamic teamwork (source: salestools.io). Comprehensive benefits are provided to support professional growth and attract talent, though exact packages like health coverage or PTO are not itemized publicly; the environment prioritizes a supportive hub for top professionals in a thriving Chicago ecosystem (source: salestools.io).
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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
Expand your technical and professional skills in the growing clean and renewable energy industry. Invenergy, North America's largest privately-held wind power producer, is looking for students who want to gain valuable and relevant industry experience this summer.
Internship Overview
Invenergy Wind Interns will work out of a designated energy center and will observe work of Invenergy technicians and learn how to perform basic turbine operation and maintenance tasks. As an intern, you will help to ensure the safe, compliant, and profitable operations of existing Invenergy wind fleets. This is a hands-on internship that will equip you with the necessary skills to begin an exciting career in the wind industry!
Location
Candidates must be available to work 40 hours a week at the Gunsight Mountain Wind Energy Center. Gunsight Mountain Wind Energy Center is a 120 MW wind power generation facility located in Big Spring, TX utilizing GE 1.7-100 WTG's turbine technology.
Duration
June 2026 to August 2026
Preferred Majors
- Wind Energy
- Electronics
- Industrial Maintenance
- Renewable Energy
- Sustainable Energy
- Wind Technician Certificate
Requirements
- Targeted completion of a Certification Program or Associate's degree between May 2026 and May 2027
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completed OSHA 10 training
- Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance, and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet).
- Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
- Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Details
- Interns will be working at a designated energy center operated by Invenergy
- This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.
- Relocation expenses and/or housing allowance will not be provided
Base Pay
$20.00 USD 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.
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About the role
March 13, 2026
Internship
Company
- Big Spring, Texas, United States
Internship level, targeting students or recent graduates
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