Development Intern – Summer 2026 (Undergrad or Graduate)

Overview 

Madison Energy Infrastructure (“MEI”) believes in the power of clean energy infrastructure and has quickly emerged as a preeminent developer, investor, asset owner, and operator of distributed generation. This role represents a critical next step in MEI’s evolution toward offering direct, end-to-end services to Fortune 500 corporates, public entities, nonprofits, and other private customers alike. 

As a Summer 2026 Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting high-impact initiatives within the Development team. This role is designed to provide meaningful exposure to the clean energy industry, real project ownership, and the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing organization. 

What you’ll do 

• Support the development team in evaluating potential solar project sites including high-level site research, including land use, zoning, and environmental constraints
• Assist with market and policy research related to renewable energy and solar development
• Help prepare internal materials such as project summaries, maps, & presentations and track project milestones, schedules, & documentation
• Perform ad hoc research and administrative tasks to support active development efforts
• Lead internal improvement initiatives for development team tools with guidance from subject matter experts 

What we’re looking for 

• A rising undergraduate Senior or graduate student
• Interest and/or experience in renewable energy, environmental studies, engineering, or project management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Conformable with using Artificial Intelligence tools and capable of creating AI Agents to perform specific tasks
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn 

Location & Schedule: 
This is a full-time (40 hours per week) internship based in our Charlottesville office. Interns will work four days per week in-office and one day remotely to maximize in-person collaboration and exposure to the business. 

The 10-week program runs from June 1 through August 7, 2026. Interns will participate in our all-company offsite on June 24, 2026 as part of their immersive experience. The office will be closed in observance of Juneteenth (June 19, 2026) and Independence Day (July 3, 2026). 

Commitment & Compensation: 

This is a paid internship. The hourly pay range for this role is $20–$40. Compensation within this range is determined based on factors including academic level (undergraduate vs. graduate), year in program, and relevant experience. 

To Apply:  

To apply, please submit your resume through our careers page. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in the interview process.