Intern, Project Controls and Estimating

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

Functional area: Project Management
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The Intern, Project Controls and Estimating provides support to Project Controls and Estimating teams by assisting with data collection, analysis, and reporting activities. Gain exposure to cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and project performance tracking processes while contributing to the successful delivery of renewable energy projects.

Role Responsibilities:

• Assist in gathering benchmark data, historical pricing, and project performance metrics to support cost estimates and financial reporting
• Help update and maintain pricing databases, dashboards, and trackers for project controls and estimating functions
• Support the preparation of basic cost estimates and bid analysis under the guidance of senior team members
• Assist in reviewing contractor bids and identifying scope gaps with supervision
• Participate in project hand-off meetings and help document key decisions and action items
• Help validate and organize project data in systems such as SAP, SharePoint, and Excel
• Support the processing of purchase orders and change orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Preconstruction, Execution, Finance) to gather information for reports and estimates
• Assist in preparing simple reports and presentations for internal stakeholders
• Learn and apply best practices in project controls and estimating through hands-on tasks and mentorship

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• No prior experience required; coursework or projects related to construction, finance, or data analysis preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to learn new tools and systems quickly
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Motivated self-starter with a desire to learn about renewable energy and project delivery
• Office-based role with potential for hybrid work and occasional visits to other company offices or project sites
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The hourly base salary range for this position in Illinois for undergraduates is $25.00 - $30.00 an hour, and for graduates is $30.00 - $40.00. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Paid time off and Holidays.

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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.

RWE Clean Energy is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).