Solar Projects Engineer Intern — Construction & Design

Dominion Energy; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans (401k)

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Sick leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an intern for the Solar Project Construction group in our Richmond, VA office. You will apply technical and project management skills to the large-scale buildout of Virginia solar infrastructure to meet rising regional energy demand.

The role offers exposure to project management, site design reviews, permitting, risk evaluation, and contract management, with a hybrid schedule and opportunities to visit project sites throughout the term.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Preferred majors include General, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Chemical, or Controls.
• Graduation date Fall 2028 or later; GPA minimum 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical and project management skills to solar project construction.
• Learn oversight of scope and schedule with internal stakeholders.
• Review environmental and civil site plans and electrical layouts.
• Assist with permitting to begin construction and contract management oversight.
• Engage with project controls, safety, operations, and environmental teams.

Skills

Project management

Site design review

Risk evaluation

Permitting knowledge

Contract management

Project tracking tools

Analytical thinking

Technical drawing skills

Engineering theory basics

Research and problem solving

Willingness to learn

Clear communication

Teamwork

Valid driver's license

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering program

Four-year or graduate program enrollment

GPA 3.0 minimum

Job description

Dominion Energy is seeking an intern for the Solar Project Construction group in our Richmond, VA office. You will apply technical and project management skills to the large-scale buildout of Virginia solar infrastructure to meet rising regional energy demand.

The role offers exposure to project management, site design reviews, permitting, risk evaluation, and contract management, with a hybrid schedule and opportunities to visit project sites throughout the term.