Calpine - Walnut Creek, CA
posted 2 months ago
Calpine Corporation is seeking an intern for its Strategic Development team, located in Walnut Creek, California. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a team of experienced leaders across various areas of the company, providing broad exposure to business development in the energy sector. The intern will engage in projects related to geothermal power generation, carbon capture sequestration, battery storage, and other clean energy initiatives. This role is designed to enhance the intern's understanding of the energy industry while contributing to Calpine's commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable energy solutions. As part of the internship, the intern will assist in project development within the Commercial role, gaining insights into site selection, stakeholder engagement, entitlement acquisition, and the transmission interconnection process. The intern will also be involved in vendor negotiations and will assist in preparing financial models and presentations for meetings with various counterparties. Coordination with both internal and external stakeholders will be a key aspect of the role, allowing the intern to learn about Calpine's corporate views on commodity markets and the associated risk factors. The specific projects assigned to the intern will be determined at the start of the internship, ensuring that the experience is tailored to the intern's skills and interests while aligning with the company's strategic goals. This internship is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing degrees in quantitative or analytical fields to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting and contribute to innovative energy solutions.