Summer Intern or Cooperative Education Opportunity – Project Site Based

LPL Solar; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar construction firm is seeking a Summer Intern for a Project Site Based opportunity in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The role involves actively participating in solar project construction while collaborating with experienced teams. Candidates pursuing a bachelor's degree and graduating by August 2026 are encouraged to apply. The internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, with responsibilities that include safety collaboration and documentation. A commitment of 12 weeks is required, beginning May 20, 2024, through August 9, 2024.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required to work with teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office essential for documentation tasks.
• Ability to work effectively in physical labor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with safety teams for a safe work environment.
• Manage documentation and reporting for projects.
• Participate in self-perform crew tasks including installation.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in MS Office products

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree candidates graduating no later than August of 2026

Job description

Job Title: Summer Intern or Cooperative Education Opportunity – Project Site Based

Reports To: Project Manager

Classification: Full-Time, Paid Hourly (CSS Solar) Non-Exempt

LPL Solar is a self-perform construction firm focused on building large-scale solar projects (think > 700 football fields minimum) for utility companies and Independent Power Producers (IPPs). Our management team of industry leaders and experts have a combined experience of 84GW of solar experience over 650+ projects in twenty-one states and the Canadian province of Ontario.

EXPERIENCE MAKES THE DIFFERENCE

Unlike some EPCs, LPL self-performs the construction of many of the build components of a utility–scale solar plant. Skills and experience gained in self-perform construction pay significant dividends as our colleagues progress into different opportunities within the company. As a summer intern, you will be heavily involved in the building of the solar project. Your internship with LPL Solar will arm you with valuable self‑perform experience, working with highly experienced leaders in a collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the jobsite and Safety team to develop, implement, and maintain the project safety program for a safe work environment. Creates and influences safety culture as a mentor and model.
• Document Control
• Internal and External Reporting
• Asset Management of Materials and Equipment
• Solution development for field-based challenges
• Regular documentation of SWPPP compliance
• Self‑perform crew participation:
  • Pile driving
  • Racking erection
  • Module installation
  • Wire Management
    • Plug and Play
    • DC wire
    • CAB
• Production Tracking
• QA/QC

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree candidates graduating no later than August of 2026.
• Self-starter, willing to dig in, eagerly participate, absorb and contribute.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Commitment of 12-weeks beginning May 20, 2024, and ending August 9, 2024.
• 40‑hours per week with opportunity for overtime.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work up to a 12‑hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
• Requires working in cramped workspaces and getting into awkward positions.