Intern - Renewables Engineering

Wisconsin Public Service (WPS); Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) is seeking an Intern - Renewables Engineering for Summer 2027, with hybrid options (remote/on-site) and locations in Green Bay, Milwaukee or nearby. The role provides hands-on experience in PV solar and wind projects, site visits, and engineering support within the Renewables group of WEC Energy Group.

Starting hourly rate is $23.10 with paid holidays; full-time during summer 2027 with potential for part-time in fall. Travel to WI/MI/IA/IL sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related engineering field.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Support PV Solar projects, observing field activities and updating equipment records.
• Support wind project performance and optimization.
• Review and revise technical documentation and drawings.
• Perform ad hoc investigations of emergent equipment issues.
• Use data to investigate performance or reliability in solar and wind fleets.
• Provide general engineering support to the Renewables group.
• Track tasks across sites and assist engineers and supervisors.
• Travel to generation sites in WI, MI, IA, or IL.
• Alternate between remote and on-site work in a hybrid setting.

Skills

Interest in Renewables

Hybrid work experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or related) with graduation after July 2027

GPA 2.8 or higher

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service, subsidiaries of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Intern - Renewables Engineering starting May/June 2027. This position can be located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin or within a reasonable drive to any of our WEC Energy Group renewables locations in WI. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the office. The starting hourly rrate for this position is $23.10 with paid company holidays. This internship is full-time during the Summer of 2027 with potential to work part-time during the fall.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first‑hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

We employ students for summer and year‑round opportunities to help design creative cost effective systems and equipment that keep the energy flowing to our customers in a safe and reliable manner. WEC Energy Group offers a variety of engineering opportunities for students seeking hands‑on experience that are currently enrolled in a four‑year degree program. Students work with experienced members of these functional teams.

Job Responsibilities

The Job Responsibilities for this position will include some or all of the below based on the candidate’s background/skills:

Support PV Solar projects, including observing field activities, updating equipment records, and focusing on operational performance and optimization of solar sites.

Support wind project operational performance and optimization.

Review and revise technical documentation and drawings.

Perform ad hoc investigations of emergent equipment issues.

Use available data to investigate performance or reliability issues within the solar and wind fleets.

Provide general engineering support to PG‑Renewables group.

Track ongoing tasks across sites and support engineers and supervisors.

Drive continuous improvement by researching emerging utility solar trends.

Alternate between remote and office work as needed (hybrid setting).

Travel to generation sites in remote locations in WI, MI, IA, or IL.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HSE.
• Current pursuit of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or closely related degree with a graduation date after July 2027.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in Renewables, specifically PV Solar applications, including any course work or involvement within the field .
• Experience working in a hybrid setting.
• Sophomore standing or higher is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

End Date:11/15/2026

Pay Range Minimum: 23.10

Pay Range Maximum: 27.55

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews commencing after submission for qualified candidates.

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.