Power Marketing Intern
0085 ACCIONA ENERGY USA GLOBAL LLCACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Power Marketing Intern to join our Chicago team for Summer 2026. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting the commercial management and optimization of ACCIONA’s renewable energy portfolio through market analysis, contract management, and strategic research initiatives.The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and interested in renewable energy markets, energy trading, and commercial operations within a fast-growing clean energy company.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Track and maintain contractual obligations across PPAs, hedges, and commercial agreements, including key dates and milestones.
Review RFPs and tender documentation to evaluate participation requirements and market opportunities.
Support SCED and market modeling studies by analyzing assumptions, interpreting results, and preparing presentations and summaries for internal stakeholders.
Assist in developing and enhancing internal dashboards, reporting tools, and analytical models.
Collect, organize, and analyze market, pricing, and regulatory data to support strategic decision-making, opportunity analysis, and origination efforts.
Monitor regulatory and market developments and summarize potential impacts on trading activities, contracts, and portfolio strategy.
Support reporting, documentation, and administrative activities for the Power Marketing team.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills and Competencies
Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Business, or a related field. (Completion of Junior year preferred)
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 required.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Coursework or experience related to Statistics, Economics, Basic Programming, Energy Markets, or Power/Energy Engineering preferred.
Previous internship or related experience in energy, finance, analytics, or market operations preferred.
Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Pay & Benefits:
Base Pay: $20-$30 per hour (based on experience and skillset)
Eligibility to enroll in company benefits during the internship, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
Professional development opportunities and exposure to industry leaders in renewable energy and power markets.
ACCIONA Internship Program:
ACCIONA interns gain hands-on experience through meaningful projects aligned with their academic and career goals.
Throughout the summer, interns can participate in networking events, weekly intern lunches, company outings, and site visits to ACCIONA’s Wind and Solar PV facilities.
Interns work 40 hours per week on-site in our downtown Chicago office during Summer 2026, featuring a modern, collaborative workspace with complimentary healthy snacks, coffee, and free access to the building fitness center.
Job Location:
ACCIONA Chicago Campus
55 E Monroe Street, Suite 2900
Chicago, IL 60603
As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.