Landowner Relations Intern

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Landowner Relations Intern to support the Landowner Manager and Operations & Maintenance team in maintaining strong relationships with landowners and external stakeholders across renewable energy projects in North America. This internship provides hands-on experience in stakeholder engagement, permitting support, and land management, offering valuable exposure to how large-scale renewable energy projects are operated and maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with communication and outreach to landowners and participate in community engagement activities.
• Support permitting efforts by tracking notifications, compliance documentation, and organizing records.
• Help maintain accurate databases of landowner communications, agreements, payments, and permits.
• Prepare materials that translate technical project details (e.g., maps, access routes) into clear formats.
• Collaborate with internal teams (legal, construction, engineering, operations) to integrate landowner information.
• Learn and assist with land management and permitting software (SIGA, GIS Viewer, CGA).
• Provide administrative support including document organization and database updates.

About You

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Environmental Science, Geography, or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Interest in renewable energy, stakeholder relations, and/or land management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or experience in renewable energy, land use, urban planning, or environmental permitting.
• Familiarity with GIS tools or mapping software.
• Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) a plus

Acciona Internship Program 

As part of the Acciona Internship Program, you'll be assigned specific projects and goals, carefully defined by your manager, to apply your field of study through hands-on experience. 

You’ll also have the chance to connect with fellow interns during fun activities, such as a site visit to our Wind and PV facility, a summer company outing, and weekly intern lunches every Friday. You'll be part of our vibrant Chicago office community, where you can participate in various events and wellness activities open to all employees. 

Our downtown Chicago office offers a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and break-out areas. Enjoy daily perks like coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center, making it an inspiring and comfortable place to work. 

Interns will work 40 hours a week, on-site in the Chicago office.  

Benefits 

In addition to your base compensation, we offer other employment incentives, such as the option  to enroll in the company’s benefit during your internship (medical, dental, vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, HSA company contribution, FSA options). 

Job Location: 55 E. Monroe St., Suite 2009

Chicago, IL 60603

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.