Solar & Storage Energy Design Intern

cushingterrell; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell in Missoula, MT is seeking an Alternative Energy Intern to support our energy team on real client projects. This in-person role focuses on assisting with energy generation analyses, system sizing for solar PV and utility-scale BESS, and drafting design documents using AutoCAD, PVSyst, and HOMER Grid/Pro.

You will gain hands-on experience across codes and standards, collaborate with civil and electrical engineers, read plans, and contribute from planning through design while

Qualifications

• Completion of 3+ years of an engineering, energy, or related undergraduate program.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Bluebeam.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to learn and adapt.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with team members across disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with energy generation analyses and system sizing for solar PV and utility-scale BESS projects using PVSyst and HOMER Grid/Pro.
• Learn and apply electrical load calculation methods and industry codes to power system design.
• Support the drafting and design of alternative energy systems in AutoCAD under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Contribute to renewable energy generation and energy storage system design.
• Learn to read and interpret civil engineering plans to support multidisciplinary construction documents.
• Collaborate with project teams across offices on solar and energy storage projects.
• Attend site visits with project leads when opportunities allow.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

MS Office

Outlook

Bluebeam

Education

Engineering undergrad program

Tools

AutoCAD

PVSyst

HOMER Grid/Pro

Job description

Cushing Terrell in Missoula, MT is seeking an Alternative Energy Intern to support our energy team on real client projects. This in-person role focuses on assisting with energy generation analyses, system sizing for solar PV and utility-scale BESS, and drafting design documents using AutoCAD, PVSyst, and HOMER Grid/Pro.

You will gain hands-on experience across codes and standards, collaborate with civil and electrical engineers, read plans, and contribute from planning through design while