Renewable Electrical Engineer Internship - Summer 2026

Internship Opportunity

This role will assist and be under the guidance of other engineering staff working on projects to meet various utility facility needs. This position may also require the successful candidate to evaluate, design, estimate, and provide project management to renewable electric generation facilities at various levels of complexity.

Essential Functions

This position requires a current student of an ABET accredited, four-year engineering program. High importance is placed on the ability to express technical concepts effectively, both verbal and written. High consideration is given to candidates with interpersonal skills which are effective in communication with internal and external customers. A quick learner with the willingness to remain flexible in various work assignments is desired. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. Collecting and analyzing data and reviewing records, creating job order sketches using AutoCad, performing field measurements, and assembling data to create job order estimates are also required. Safety consciousness is required.

Required Qualifications For Position

Availability for the entire duration of the Summer Internship May 11, 2025 - August 7, 2025. Current student of an accredited, four-year Engineering program. Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study. Ability to work 40 hrs/week. Proficiency with PC applications and prefer strong skills with AutoCad and MS Excel & Access. Proven communication skills. Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Physical Demands

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range*

$18.80 - $31.70. The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Dates

Posting Start Date: 2025-08-29. Posting End Date: 2025-09-19. Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.