West Region Development Intern - Summer 2026

The West Region Development Intern gains exposure to renewable energy development and receives an introduction to the roles and responsibilities of Project Managers. As a West Region Development Intern, you will assist Project Managers in project development support roles as requested. Examples of some of the areas you might assist in include the following: 

• Understand the fundamentals of wind, solar, and energy storage technologies 

• Discover drivers of a project including scheduling, budgets, energy markets, and project finance 

• Learn key aspects of project management, stakeholder relationships, and real estate acquisition 

• Gain exposure to contract management, permitting, interconnection process, environmental studies, and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) as it applies to projects  

As a development Intern you will build relationships with Scout team members and integrate their feedback into your approach to achieve superior results. Also, you will demonstrate initiative to advance in the organization, exhibit genuine intellectual curiosity, and self-directed learning.  

Across all of these duties, we will look to you to improve the processes used to complete them. During this stage of critical company growth, you will help identify ways to further enhance team efficiency. These improvements may be driven from your past experiences, your ability to connect with and solicit input from our team members, from research you do, and any other sources of inspiration. 

Timeline and Location 

This position will begin in May 2026. The internship will be a full-time (40 hr/week) commitment for the duration of the 12-week internship program. Our ideal candidate will be able to work out of our Boulder office during the duration of the internship program per the program requirements. 

There is an opportunity to continue this internship through the fall and a potential to transition this to a full-time position in the future, dependent on performance and business need. 

You may be a fit for this role if this sounds like you: 

This position could be suited to someone looking to get a foot in the door of the renewable energy industry. It requires a high capacity for work, a desire to help others succeed, and familiarity with multiple software technology platforms.  

The successful candidate's background will look something like this: 

• Demonstrated interest in and passion for renewable energy.  

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce.  

• Creative and resourceful approach to solving problems efficiently and effectively. 

• Detail-oriented self-motivator with exceptional organizational and communication skills. 

• Dynamic interpersonal skills with the ability to use influence rather than authority to achieve desired outcomes. 

• Adaptability regarding problem solving, collaboration, and organization. 

• Ability to maintain confidential information and handle with discretion.  

• Ability to multi-task and arbitrate between conflicting priorities with clear target setting and follow- through capabilities in a fast-paced work environment.  

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 

Scout's Values 

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout's stated mission. 

• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals. 

• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members. 

• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult. 

• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills. 

• Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems. 
  
  
  

Invitation to Diverse Candidates 

We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.  

Invitation to Veterans 

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty. 

Compensation 

Target base pay: $25-30/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.