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Internship Energy Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Engineer I - Grid Planning

Madison, WI · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are ... An internship or co-op in engineering Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Demonstrated effective ...

Nuclear NextGen Operations

Two Rivers, WI

$132K - $159K/yr

We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help ... Actively enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering or a closely related technical ...

Nuclear NextGen Operations

Two Rivers, WI · On-site

$132K - $159K/yr

We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help ... Actively enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering or a closely related technical ...

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What is the difference between Internship Energy Engineer vs Energy Analyst?

AspectInternship Energy EngineerEnergy Analyst
Required CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in engineering teams or project sitesOffice-based, data analysis, report writing
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, renewable energy companies, engineering firmsEnergy consulting firms, corporate energy departments

Internship Energy Engineers typically focus on gaining practical engineering experience during their studies, working on technical projects. Energy Analysts analyze data, develop reports, and provide insights on energy consumption and efficiency. While both roles involve energy concepts, internships are more hands-on engineering experiences, whereas analysts focus on data and strategic analysis.

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Infographic showing various Internship Energy Engineer job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Engineer I - Grid Planning

Alliant Energy

Madison, WI • On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Alliant Energy rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Job Summary
Launch your engineering career with a role that offers real-world impact. As an Engineer I - Grid Planning, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to support the planning, design, and reliability of the electric system that serves thousands of customers across our communities.
What you will do
  • Follows safety rules and practices to identify and correct unsafe conditions for self and team. Strives to identify problems and solutions and makes safety suggestions to assist in maintaining a safe work environment, uses tools and standards to design safety in operating and maintaining equipment.
  • Learns basic customer needs and expectations and strives to identify system problems and solutions within assigned work with guidance.
  • Learns to communicate and build relationships with employees, business unit stakeholders, and contractors. Learns to discuss technical issues with others from non-technical backgrounds.
  • Applies regulatory and organizational engineering standards, processes, and procedures to solve problems limited in scope.
  • Learns to facilitate meetings and lead discussions with stakeholders in support of system studies with guidance provided.
  • Develops critical thinking skills necessary in the interpretation of governmental regulations, regional or company business practices
  • Learns risk assessment methodologies or philosophies applying technical knowledge. Makes low-risk decisions with guidance provided.
  • Learns basic understanding of the departmental budgeting and planning processes. Learns oversight of multi-year plan and development of simple scopes of work with cost estimate, sequencing, and prioritization with guidance provided.
  • Learns the basics of the property unit catalog and the difference between capital investments and O&M spend.
  • Learns basic understanding of system modeling methodologies and software with support. Builds simple models and performs power flow studies or analysis.
  • Learns basic understanding of interconnection agreement or other relevant agreement language, terminology, technical requirements and how studies support development of contract terms with guidance provided.
  • Learns basic understanding of the tools, data, and process for supporting simple technical reviews and studies related to distribution energy resource interconnection applications with guidance provided. Learns basic understanding of power quality concepts.
  • Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy's Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree Engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission Required

Preferred Experience
  • Previous technical and/or professional experience
  • An internship or co-op in engineering

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills
  • Data Analysis • Feasibility Studies • Grid Interconnection Studies • Power Engineering • Power Flow Analysis and Modeling • Power Systems Planning • Short Circuit Simulation & Analysis • Standards Compliance • Transient Analysis

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
Pay Range:
$66,000 - $85,000
This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.
Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold
Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
Visa sponsorship not supported.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.

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