Renewables Engineering Intern
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WEC Energy Group is seeking a Renewables Engineering Intern starting May 2026. This position can be located within a reasonable drive to any of our WEC Energy Group locations in WI, IL, IA, SD, NE, and KS, depending on experience. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the office. The starting hourly rate for this position is $22.00 with paid company holidays. This internship is full-time during the Summer of 2026 with the potential to work part-time during the fall.
About Us
WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.
As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.
If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.
Job Summary
We employ students for summer and year-round opportunities to help design creative cost effective systems and equipment that keep the energy flowing to our customers in a safe and reliable manner. WEC Energy Group offers a variety of engineering opportunities for students seeking hands-on experience that are currently enrolled in a four-year degree program. Students work with experienced members of these functional teams.
Job Responsibilities
The Job Responsibilities for this position will include some or all of the below based on the candidate’s background/skills:
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Support PV Solar projects, including observing field activities, updating equipment records, and focusing on operational performance and optimization of solar sites.
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Support wind project operational performance and optimization.
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Review and revise technical documentation and drawings.
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Perform ad hoc investigations of emergent equipment issues.
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Use available data to investigate performance or reliability issues within the solar and wind fleets.
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Provide general engineering support to PG-Renewables group
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Track ongoing tasks across sites and support engineers and supervisors
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Drive continuous improvement by researching emerging utility solar trends.
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Alternate between remote and office work as needed (hybrid setting)
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Travel to generation sites in remote locations in WI, MI, IA, or IL
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or HSED
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering degree with a graduation date after June 2026.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8
- Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in Renewables, specifically PV Solar applications, including any course work or involvement within the field
- Experience working in a hybrid setting
- Sophomore standing or higher is preferred
End Date: 03/13/2026
Pay Range Minimum: $22.00
Pay Range Maximum: $26.24
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
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