Intern Renewable Generation Engineer

Company and Internship Program Overview

MidAmerican Energy Company one of the largest renewable energy producers in the U.S is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, safely meeting the energy needs of more than 1.6 million customers in Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, and South Dakota. A subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, we have more than 3,400 dedicated employees serving our customers every day across our service territory.

Interns will have the opportunity to participate in the annual three-day summer intern event in Des Moines, Iowa where they will have the opportunity to tour state-of-the-art facilities, network with leadership, and gain a broader understanding of MidAmerican Energy Company. Other panels, lunch and learns, and events will be happening throughout the summer to give our interns the best experience

Skills for Success

Prior energy industry experience helpful but not required.

Software skills needed to be used in extracting information from various sources, conducting analysis, building reports and assisting workforce to achieve goals.

The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings is helpful but not required.

Effective project management skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently

Qualifications 

Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in engineering.

Must be able to work fulltime May-August 2026.

Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record. Some travel may be required.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities 

Duties relating to renewable generation development

Construction and operations including reading and interpreting documents and drawings

Support organization and review of project documentation

Data mining to support fault analysis

Document operating history

Communicating findings and documenting such findings

Building project reports and support project due diligence

Support community outreach and mailings

Complete financial and schedule analysis and tracking & administrative tasks

Additional duties as assigned under the direction of manager

Performance Expectations 

Enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking ownership of assigned tasks and taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.

Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.

Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department, the company and external stakeholders.

Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities.

Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.

Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.

Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.