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Summer Internship_Safety, Security & Business Continuity

Country/Region:  US
City:  Houston, TX
Business Platform: 

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.
 

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

 

What you will do

 

The Safety, Security, and Business Continuity (SSBC) department supports the success of EDP Renewables North America (EDP NA) by ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting a proactive, practical approach to worker safety, security, and operational resilience across multiple locations. 

The Safety and Security Intern will support initiatives focused on human performance, contractor safety oversight, and risk awareness, helping drive continuous improvement across EDP NA operations. 

Role Overview:

This role will also support the development of clear, effective safety and security communications for internal and contractor audiences. 
This is a paid 10-week, full-time internship that will start on or around June 1, 2026, with an end date of August 7, 2026.  

Main responsibilities:

Contractor Safety and Security Support 

  • Support contractor safety and security initiatives, including review of contractor incidents, trends, and compliance with EDP NA requirements. 
  • Assist with evaluating contractor safety performance data and identifying areas for improvement. 
  • Support coordination between Safety, Security, and Operations teams related to contractor risk management. 

Safety and Security Communications 

  • Assist with the creation and distribution of safety and security communications, including safety alerts, lessons learned, and awareness materials. 
  • Support development of clear, field‑focused messaging for employees and contractors. 

Additional Analysis and Support 

  • Conduct analysis across multiple data sources and develop actionable insights and recommendations. 
  • Support safety, security, and business continuity initiatives related to BESS operations and renewable energy projects. 
  • Perform additional duties as assigned in support of SSBC objectives. 

Employment type

Full time 
10 week internship

Work site

Houston, Texas, Corporate Offices

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, industrial engineering or in a related field or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience 
  • Understanding or familiarity with data analytics tools  
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate findings effectively. 

 

Travel:

~10%, might have the opportunity to visit a site location 

Behavioral Requirements:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills 
  • Ability to be self-motivated  
  • Strong Interpersonal and teamwork skills 
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize 

Physical demands & working conditions:

  •  Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
  • Travel: Ability to travel (~10%) to rural solar/wind/battery storage sites in North America  
  • Walking: Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough 
  • Speech/Reading:  Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
  • Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds  
 
 

  • Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form 

  • Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary 

 

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

 


Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
 

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster). You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.eeoc.gov).
 

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:

  • Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
  • Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
  • Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;


Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

  • Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
  • Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
  • Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
  • Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle


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