Remote Operations Control Center Intern

We explore and discover the limitless possibilities of energy so we can all progress. We believe in the power of talent to shape the future. That’s why we’re looking for curious, bold individuals who are eager to grow and create new ways forward—people who want to join us in building a more sustainable, innovative, and inclusive world.
We strongly believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. That’s why we welcome professionals who are ready to grow, learn, and bring their perspective to the energy challenges of today and tomorrow.
Here, you’ll find a place to grow and unlock your full potential.

Company Profile:

In the summer of 2021, Repsol expanded its renewables operations to the U.S. through the acquisition of a large U.S.-based PV solar and battery storage project developer. This transaction was Repsol's first foray into the U.S. renewables market. In 2024, Repsol made another strategic acquisition of ConnectGen from Quantum Capital Group. Repsol Renewables Services North America (RRSNA) is targeting to own and operate 3-4 GW of renewable capacity in North America by 2027.

We are looking for a motivated, dynamic, personable, and professional Remote Operator Control Center Intern for our summer program to join our Operations team.

If you are passionate about working in a global, inclusive, and collaborative team to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for RRSNA and the communities we serve, we want to hear from you.

This is a twelve (12) week program starting May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027, in Downtown Houston.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Remote Operations Control Center team in monitoring the performance of utility-scale solar, battery energy storage, and renewable energy assets.
• Assist with real-time monitoring of plant operations through SCADA and other monitoring platforms.
• Review system alarms, events, and notifications and assist in escalating operational issues in accordance with established procedures.
• Support analysis of plant performance data, equipment availability, and operational trends.
• Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports and performance dashboards.
• Participate in incident tracking, documentation, and root cause analysis activities.
• Assist with outage coordination and communication between Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and third-party service providers.
• Support the development and improvement of operational procedures, work instructions, and monitoring protocols.
• Analyze operational data to identify performance issues, equipment anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Create and maintain documentation, process maps, and operational records.
• Participate in projects focused on reliability improvement, operational efficiency, and asset optimization.
• Prepare and present project updates and findings to management and leadership teams.
• Coordinate and effectively communicate with cross-functional teams to support safe and reliable facility operations.

Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the requirement of sponsorship.
• Enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Systems, Renewable Energy, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong interest in renewable energy operations, power generation, or control center environments.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, power generation, or utility-scale renewable energy facilities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experience with SCADA systems, data analytics tools, or power system monitoring applications is preferred.
• Understanding of solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or utility operations is a plus.

Repsol is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran