Energy Consulting Intern - Financial and Planning Group (Summer 2027)

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy Consulting is seeking a candidate for a hybrid, office-based schedule requiring three days on-site weekly. The role supports due diligence, project financing, and engineering services within the energy sector.

Target start is summer 2027. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in engineering with strong academics and proven Excel/Office capabilities. Prior internships in power systems or finance are valued.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Civil Engineering with at least six semesters completed.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Consulting Business Group and expand academic background in Engineering and Project Financing.
• Assist in preparation of Consulting proposals, marketing materials, technical presentations, and white papers.
• Support project teams with due diligence of power generation and power system planning projects.
• Track and evaluate project activities and data.
• Prepare technical reports and consulting deliverables including financial models and feasibility studies.
• Provide technical support to utilities, project developers, investors, and financial institutions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Responsibilities

This position has a target start date in summer 2027.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

The Sargent & Lundy Consulting group regularly provides technical and financial due diligence, planning and advisory services, asset transaction support, project development services, and owner’s engineering services; primarily within the energy sector.

This position will give you the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with members of the Consulting Business Group and expand your academic background in Engineering and Project Financing.
• Assist in the preparation of Consulting proposals, marketing materials, technical presentations, and white papers.
• Support project teams with due diligence of power generation projects, power system planning projects, and feasibility studies.
• Track and evaluate project activities and progress, and associated data.
• Prepare technical reports and other Consulting deliverables, including financial models, feasibility studies, asset transactions, project development, and capital budgeting for existing and planned, new energy projects .
• Provide technical support to clients including utilities, power project developers, investors, technology companies, and financial institutions.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Pursuing either a Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Civil Engineering with at least six semesters or equivalent quarters completed at an accredited university.
• Minimum overall GPA of at least 3.0.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Valued Knowledge/Skills:

• Related internship or co-op experiences.
• Undergraduate Finance or M.B.A. coursework
• Experience and/or coursework in power systems, renewable energy, battery energy storage, or financial modeling in the power industry.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$18.00 - $30.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.