Internship Control Centre Operations d/f/m

RWE AG; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 5,600 - 8,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Training and development opportunities

Practical project experience

Collaboration with international teams

Job summary

RWE Renewables Iberia S.A.U. is offering an internship in Barcelona for real-time control room operations of wind and solar assets. You’ll learn from experienced operators, monitor assets via SCADA, analyse performance data and assist with incident and work-order handling.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in KPI reporting, data tools, and cross‑functional collaboration across Europe while developing skills in renewable asset operation and digitalisation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field.
• Eligible to sign an university internship agreement with the company.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of Excel, Power BI and SQL; MATLAB a plus.
• Interest in renewable energy and Control Centre operations.
• Fluency in Spanish and a good level of English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor wind and solar assets through SCADA and Control Room applications.
• Collect, analyse and report operational data using KPIs.
• Support turbine performance analysis and operational reporting.
• Assist in alarms, incidents, work orders and events management.
• Collaborate with operators and teams to support daily operations.
• Develop and improve reporting tools.
• Participate in continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Data analytics

English proficiency

Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/related field

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Location(s): Barcelona, Catalonia, ES, 8002

RWE Renewables Iberia S.A.U.
To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

The Control Room Operations team at RWE Renewables is responsible for the real-time monitoring and operation of our renewable energy assets across Spain. The team ensures the safe and efficient operation of wind and solar plants by coordinating operational activities, monitoring plant performance, managing incidents, supporting grid compliance, and working closely with internal stakeholders to maximize asset availability and performance.

About the role

As an intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in the day‑to‑day operation of a renewable energy Control Centre. You will work alongside experienced operators, learning how utility‑scale wind and solar assets are monitored and managed in real time. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring wind and solar assets through SCADA and Control Room applications
• Collecting, analysing and reporting operational and performance data using key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Supporting the Operations team with turbine performance analysis and operational reporting
• Assisting in the management of alarms, incidents, work orders and operational events
• Collaborating with Control Room operators and cross‑functional teams to support daily operations
• Developing and improving reporting tools.
• Participating in continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives within the Control Room

Job requirements and experience

We're looking for a proactive, analytical and curious student who enjoys working with data, technology and operational processes.

The role requires:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Energy, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics or a related field
• Eligible to sign a university internship agreement (curricular or extracurricular internship) with the company
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of Excel, Power BI and SQL (knowledge of MATLAB or programming is a plus)
• Interest in renewable energy, SCADA systems and Control Centre operations
• Fluency in Spanish and a good level of English

We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well‑being and the balance between work and life. Our benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in‑office collaboration
• Opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real‑world projects
• Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth
• Gain practical experience in the operation of a large portfolio of wind and solar assets
• Learn how a renewable energy Control Room operates in a real‑time environment
• Work with industry‑standard SCADA systems, operational tools and performance reporting platforms
• Develop technical knowledge in renewable asset operation, performance analysis and operational decision‑making
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams across Europe

Any questions? Contact HR: Ebru Merdivan, [e-mail]

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is a leading player in the renewable energy sector with over 30 years of experience. We operate onshore wind farms as well as solar plants and battery storage systems with more than 5 gigawatts installed capacity in our core markets in Europe and Australia. Supported by a workforce of around 2,000 employees, the company is steadily expanding its renewable generation capacity in a value‑accretive way. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle: we develop, plan, finance, build and operate wind and solar farms as well as battery storage systems. Our well‑filled project pipeline is generating added value for all. Together with communities and for their future.