Intern, Accounting

ABOUT THE PROGRAM – Summer 2026 Internship  

Invenergy is committed to accelerating cleaner, more reliable, and affordable energy.  We hire people who are passionate, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our culture encourages personal and professional growth in a workplace where our people feel a sense of ownership and belonging.  

As an intern at Invenergy, you will have the opportunity to:  

• Expand your knowledge and skills while gaining hands-on professional experience  

• Engage with leaders throughout the organization and learn about the clean energy industry through weekly lunch-and-learns.  

• Visit our nearby power plants: Grand Ridge Energy Center and Nelson Energy Center  

• Spend a day giving back to the community with our ‘Volunteer Time Off’ program  

• Have lunch with our CEO and Founder, Michael Polsky  

• Attend various networking events put on by Invenergy   

• Explore Chicago with your fellow interns  

• Our program takes place from the end of May/early June – August lasting for 10-12 weeks 

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP 

Applicants will be considered for internships across our accounting department. Our accounting interns will be selected to join one of the following accounting teams: 

Operations Accounting: As an Operations Accounting Intern, you will participate in the day-to-day accounting functions of approximately 1-2 operational energy power production plants. You will also research intercompany transactions, prepare quarterly financials, and conduct internal audits of accounting processes and procedures. Your responsibilities will include:  

• Assisting with closing the books and maintaining records of all accounting entities related to assigned plants  

• Participating in the preparation and review of financial statements, including all monthly journal entries, to verify account balances for accuracy and reasonableness 

• Preparing project workbooks to support balance sheet and income statement balances and activity. 

• Ensuring accuracy of all general ledger information 

• Assisting with the coordination of project treasury, banking, and cash flow analysis, including project cash reconciliation  

• Coordinating and communicating project issues with asset managers, project managers, and finance professionals 

Construction Accounting: As a Construction Accounting Intern, you will participate in development accounting including project cost tracking and reporting, processing of project A/P, and construction draw processing. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Participating in cash planning meetings for development pipeline projects 

• Assisting with the preparation of various financial & tax supporting schedules 

• Assisting with the support of the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statement schedules, annual compilation of footnotes, miscellaneous financial reporting requests, and annual audits 

• Working routinely with Project Managers, Development, Finance, and Treasury on a variety of job-related topics including insurance and contract agreements 

• Assisting with coordination of project treasury, banking and cash flow analysis 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year Bachelor’s degree program with an expected graduation date between Fall 2026 and Summer 2027 

• Majoring in Finance or Accounting 

• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. 

• Demonstrated interest in the renewable energy or clean energy sector.