Hybrid Compliance Intern – Renewable Energy & NERC

ENGIE North America Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,880 - 64,480; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Compliance Intern to support the Compliance Group in maintaining NERC and CIP standards across renewable generation assets. You will work with experienced professionals on regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and asset growth.

The internship runs Sept 7, 2026 through Dec 31, 2026 and offers hybrid work with three days in the office and two days remote. You will gain hands-on experience with compliance management systems and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Energy Management or a related field
• At least a junior with a minimum of two years completed course work
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to analyze information, identify trends, and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams
• Interest in regulatory compliance, renewable energy, utilities, risk management, or governance functions
• Experience working with databases, reporting tools, or data analytics
• This internship is eligible for our hybrid work policy with three days in the office and two days remote.
• Interns must be enrolled students in good standing at the commencement of the intern semester
• This is a full time internship with 40 hours per week
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain compliance evidence repositories and supporting documentation
• Track recurring compliance obligations, deliverables, and regulatory reporting deadlines
• Assist with reviews of NERC and CIP compliance documentation and records
• Support asset registration activities with NERC, Regional Entities, and applicable ISO/RTO organizations
• Assist with data collection and documentation associated with asset commissioning, energization, and commercial operation milestones
• Prepare draft responses and supporting materials for ISO/RTO Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Support the compilation and submission of periodic NERC and Align compliance deliverables.
• Assist in developing compliance metrics, dashboards, and management reports
• Conduct research on regulatory developments, industry guidance, and emerging compliance requirements
• Support audit preparation activities, self-certifications, spot checks, internal assessments, and corrective action tracking

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Business/Energy Management

Tools

Databases

Reporting tools

Job description

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Compliance Intern to support the Compliance Group in maintaining NERC and CIP standards across renewable generation assets. You will work with experienced professionals on regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and asset growth.

The internship runs Sept 7, 2026 through Dec 31, 2026 and offers hybrid work with three days in the office and two days remote. You will gain hands-on experience with compliance management systems and data analytics.