About DESRI
DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 12 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 80 renewable energy projects in 24 states.
About the role
DESRI seeks talented, intellectually curious, and highly motivated individuals with a desire to learn and contribute to our Human Capital team during our summer internship program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across our Human Capital functions that support DESRI’s growing workforce.
As a Human Capital intern, you will become part of a small, inclusive, and highly skilled team responsible for advancing professional development, employee engagement, and organizational initiatives in a fast-paced environment. You will also have the chance to explore how Human Capital partners with the broader organization to enable DESRI’s success as a leader in renewable energy. The internship will be based in our New York office.
What you'll do
As a Human Capital intern, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across the company and contribute to high-impact projects that support DESRI’s people strategy. Your responsibilities may include:
- Helping design and deliver employee engagement programs and initiatives that strengthen DESRI’s inclusive culture.
- Contributing to learning & development efforts by supporting training programs, intern events, and professional development workshops.
- Assisting with data and analytics projects that help evaluate workforce trends and inform decision-making.
- Partnering with the team on HR operations, including onboarding, policy review, and documentation.
- Participating in cross-functional initiatives to see how Human Capital integrates with DESRI’s mission to expand renewable energy solutions.
Throughout the summer, you’ll be paired with a mentor and supported by a team who will guide your professional growth. You’ll also participate in intern programming—including site visits to DESRI’s renewable energy projects, intern networking events, and a final presentation to company leadership.
Qualifications
- We’re interested in highly analytical, accomplished students. Intellectually curious individuals with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities, analytical acumen, and an entrepreneurial mindset will excel in this role.
- A proven record of academic and/or professional achievement is required.
- The ability to collaborate well with a small team, keen organizational skills when working on multiple projects, and a high level of motivation are vital to this role.
- Demonstrated interest in and experience with the renewable energy sector is required.
- Preference will be given to undergraduate or graduate students who are in their final year of full-time study.
- The pay for undergraduates participating in this internship is $5,000 monthly with a $5,000 housing stipend. MBA interns are paid $8,000 monthly with a $5,000 housing stipend.
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What We Do
DESRI is a leading renewable energy company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects throughout the United States. As long-term owners, we’re focused on creating value throughout all stages of a project’s life cycle, including development, construction, financing, and operations.
Today, DESRI stands at the forefront of renewable energy, specializing in utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects across the U.S. DESRI is committed to adding value at every project stage, from development to operations. We’ve built a diversified portfolio across 22 states with over 11 GW of generation capacity, enough to power nearly 2 million homes. DESRI has offices in New York City, Denver, and Hyderabad and we have grown to nearly 300 employees globally.
