Entry-Level Rotation Program (Clean Energy)

Renewable Careers

Springfield, Illinois Metropolitan AreaFresher1h agovia LinkedIn

About the Role

  • Two-year, full-time rotational position for early-career professionals.
  • Designed to provide exposure to the full scope of the clean energy business.
  • Location: Springfield, IL (hybrid).
  • Salary: $80,000 - $100,000, depending on experience.

About Us

  • Develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy projects across the United States.
  • Portfolio includes utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage (BESS).
  • Focused on the Illinois energy market, a key region for clean power transition.

The Program

  • Complete three eight-month rotations across core functions, matched to interests and strengths:
  • Development: Siting, permitting, interconnection, and commercial groundwork for projects.
  • Engineering & Construction: Technical design, contractor coordination, and field project delivery.
  • Finance & Asset Management: Investment analysis, project finance, and commercial performance of operating assets.
  • Upon completion, secure permanent placement in a chosen team.
  • Develop a company-wide understanding and professional network.

What You Will Do

  • Act as a full contributor with real deliverables and ownership from the first week.
  • Support live projects through analysis, modeling, applications, technical reviews, and site visits across the Midwest.
  • Present work to senior leadership at the end of each rotation.
  • Learn from experienced developers, engineers, and financiers, with a dedicated mentor.
  • Build cross-functional fluency to accelerate careers in the industry.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, economics, finance, business, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated interest in clean energy and the transition to a decarbonized grid.
  • Strong analytical skills and comfort with data and spreadsheets.
  • Ability to learn new tools.
  • Clear communication skills.
  • Confidence to work across all parts of the business.
  • Adaptability to new teams, problems, and learning curves across three rotations.
  • Authorization to work in the United States.
  • No prior energy experience required; internships, research, or campus involvement showing initiative are a plus.

Qualifications

  • We hire for aptitude and attitude.

Additional Information

  • Hybrid working from our Springfield office.
  • Structured two-year program with a dedicated mentor and executive visibility.
  • Guaranteed permanent placement upon successful completion.
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous PTO.
  • Relocation support for candidates moving to Springfield.

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