2026 Environmental Engineering Summer Internship
2026 Environmental Engineering Summer Internship
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Job Description
Talen Energys Environmental Liability Management division is seeking an Environmental Project Engineering Intern for the of Summer 2026.
The successful candidate will be a temporarily employed full-time college student in an accredited four-year institution of higher learning. Talen Energys internship program is designed to give college students practical work experience in their field of study. The program often helps students determine career interests. Beyond the scope of the actual tasks performed intern students become familiar with a corporate environment and gain practical skills and knowledge to supplement the classroom experience.
Reporting to Talen Energys Environmental Liability Management/Major Projects organization the selected intern will have the opportunity to work with seasoned professionals as part of existing environmental projects team and focus on emergent work in the energy field as well as independently work on assigned tasks. The position will involve both field and office work.
The primary work location will be Allentown PA. However day travel to power plants with the Talen fleet located in PA/MD/NJ is a requirement and should be expected.
The individuals employment will include but not be limited to work on environmental project implementation groundwater analysis and reporting environmental and project research performing field activities under supervision (i.e. civil engineering project oversight and groundwater sampling) reviewing vendor qualifications and participating in project meetings.
Talen Energys 2026 Summer Environmental Liability Management intern will operate in a team environment applying interpersonal communications and technical skills and and demonstrating leadership qualities.
Basic Qualifications
Must be enrolled at the time of application in an ABET accredited college or university program.
Must be enrolled at the time of application in a curriculum leading to a Baccalaureate degree in the environmental field (e.g. Environmental Engineering Environmental Sciences Geology etc.).
Must be entering either your Junior or Senior year.
Must be enrolled at the time of application on a full-time basis (12 semester hours).
Must possess an acceptable overall (cumulative) grade point average no lower than 3.0.
Must be eligible to work in accordance with Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS) regulations.
Must be able to provide an official student transcript and other required information.
Must be willing and able to travel to Talen fleet power plants as necessary (from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours of base location).
Must be able to successfully complete required background clearance and drug screening.
Must have a Valid Drivers License.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Enrolled in an accredited environmental or science program focused on geology or civil engineering.
Why Talen
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 Americas Best Midsize Employers.
Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health dental vision prescription plans employee stock purchase plan life insurance and disability addition employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energys 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.
Note:You will have an opportunity to add attachments to your application. Please use this opportunity toupload your resume cover letter and any relevant documents .
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
