What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Intern position at Talen Energy?
We are seeking motivated and curious students to join our Summer 2026 IT Internship Program. This hands-on internship offers the opportunity to gain real-world experience in a dynamic technology environment while working alongside experienced IT professionals. Depending on your skills and interests, you may contribute to projects in Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, Networking, or IT Client Services.
As an IT Intern, you will be exposed to a variety of technologies, tools, and processes that keep our business running efficiently and securely. This internship is designed to help you develop practical technical skills, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and gain insight into how IT supports and drives business operations.
Joining Talen Energy as an intern associate provides you with the opportunity to explore possible career opportunities along with:
Power the Future
Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America. We operate power plants that use diverse fuel sources in the most attractive wholesale power markets and sell energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. We generate energy for a brighter tomorrow.
Collaboration
Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace and were recently recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers.
Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energy’s 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.
Talen Energy is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.
If you need assistance with the application process, please email us at Talenenergyrecruitment@talenenergy.com
Note: You will have an opportunity to add attachments to your application. Please use this opportunity to upload your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents .
As an IT Intern, you will be exposed to a variety of technologies, tools, and processes that keep our business running efficiently and securely. This internship is designed to help you develop practical technical skills, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and gain insight into how IT supports and drives business operations.
Joining Talen Energy as an intern associate provides you with the opportunity to explore possible career opportunities along with:
- Meeting senior executives
- Becoming members of business resource groups
- Participating in community service projects
- Contributing to departmental goals
- Basic knowledge of IT concepts such as networking, data analysis, or information security.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s program in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Must be a rising Sophomore or Junior
- Enrolled full-time with a minimum of 12 semester hours
- Maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Eligible to work in the U.S. in accordance with BCIS guidelines
- Able to provide an official student transcript and any other required documentation
- Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with others
- Demonstrated leadership potential through academic, extracurricular, or community involvement
- Internship eligibility ends upon graduation from the academic program
Power the Future
Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America. We operate power plants that use diverse fuel sources in the most attractive wholesale power markets and sell energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. We generate energy for a brighter tomorrow.
Collaboration
Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace and were recently recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers.
Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energy’s 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.
Talen Energy is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.
If you need assistance with the application process, please email us at Talenenergyrecruitment@talenenergy.com
Note: You will have an opportunity to add attachments to your application. Please use this opportunity to upload your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents .