Summer Intern - Wind Development

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Wind Development Intern supports the Wind Development team by contributing to land management, lease organization, asset management, and data integrity efforts across utility-scale wind projects.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Review wind leases and easements and record deviations on the master tracker
• Support implementation of the land management tool, including data entry, quality checks, and process documentation
• Review landowner information and verify completeness and accuracy
• Support data integrity efforts across development asset records
• Assist Wind Developers with project development tasks as assigned

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Environmental Studies, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify issues, and communicate findings clearly
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic data modeling
• High attention to detail and comfort working with master data, reports, and land records
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred:
• Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools
• Basic understanding of GIS and GIS processes

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.