Power Generation Project Execution Intern

Requisition ID# 170081

Job Category: Administrative / Clerical

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Operations - Other

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Location: Auburn

Department Overview

PG&E's Power Generation Department manages and operates the largest privately-owned hydroelectric system in the nation. These renewable electric generation resources, located mostly at high elevation in California mountain ranges including the Sierra Nevada and southern Cascade mountains include 68 powerhouses, 184 miles of canals, 41 miles of flumes, 135 miles of tunnels, 19 miles of penstocks, 99 reservoirs, and 142,000 acres of watershed lands all covered by 26 operating licenses issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

Position Summary

Power Generation (PGEN) is looking for a talented summer intern to work alongside PGEN Project Execution Project Managers and Analysts. Project Managers are responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects. Multiple projects are managed simultaneously, with a range of low to moderate complexity. Job duties will vary by assignment.All assignments from the tasks below require direction and supervision.

Responsibilities

Job duties will vary by assignment and may include:

• Maintaining project stage gate deliverables
• Documenting project activities
• Developing and maintaining job aid work products
• Communicating with Power Generation personnel, including O&M clients, project team members, and internal PG&E service organizations
• Traveling as required; typically, less than 10% depending on assignment

The successful intern will have the opportunity to lead and/or support activities as described above working with a team of experienced Project Managers and Analysts. Additionally, the intern will gain knowledge of the larger Hydro Power Generation organization through the work they will be performing.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity.

The hourly rate for a bachelor's degree is $20.88 and for a master's degree is $35.37

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or master's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical or any Project Management or equivalent degree at an accredited university.
• Students must continue their education degree during and/or after the internship. Applicants must be returning back to school in the fall of 2026 in fulltime capacity.

Desired:

• EIT, FE or PMP certification
• 3.0 GPA or greater in both cumulative GPA and major GPA
• Project management and/or construction management experience in utilities, municipalities, construction, or engineering consultation
• Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Takes initiative and can work independently with minimal direction

PG&E is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to students on an F-1, J-1 or other student visa for this position.