What we are looking for
SCS is looking for a summer 2026 Intern for our Renewable Energy division. The division focuses on renewable energy design/build/operate projects in the renewable biogas and renewable power markets. SCS Energy’s biogas-to-energy facilities currently operating, or currently under design or construction, will remove more than 2,000,000 metric tons/year of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) in greenhouse gas emissions from the atmosphere.
SCS’ goal is to provide a student intern with valuable technical and engineering business experience through our diverse range of projects for the clients we serve. In addition, we believe this opportunity provides a student intern the ability to explore the beginnings of their own career path. This will be a remote position and will be 30- 40 hours of work per week typically.
How you can make an impact
You will contribute to our projects by assisting SCS project teams with the following tasks:
- Gas process analysis of biogas conversion to renewable natural gas projects
- Equipment selection and analysis
- Mass balance review and editing
- Process flow diagram review and editing
- Excel calculations and editing
- Process drawing edits with Bluebeam
- Create, compile and organize project documentation
- Review piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID’s) against valve, instrument, and line lists for accuracy
- Process analysis for biogas utilization projects
- Mechanical piping design
- Mechanical equipment selection and analysis
- Create, compile and organize project documentation
- Start up and commissioning engineering support on site
- Design drawing and 3D modeling creation, modification and checking
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering and graduating by June 2027 required
- Must be willing to live in the Long Beach area for Summer 2025 (housing allowance will not be provided)
- Solid technical and computer skills (AutoCAD experience preferred)
- Previous leadership experience preferred
- Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing required
Pay Range
USD $20.00 - USD $24.00 /Yr.
Additional Information
*At this time, we only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship for our internship program. What You’ll Gain • Paid internship experience • Mentorship from seasoned engineers and scientists • Networking and development opportunities • Exposure to diverse engineering and science projects • A collaborative, employee-owned company culture Timeline • Internship runs from May/June to August/September 2026 • Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate academic schedules Learn more about our internship program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obufyvKOHII SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth. SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com.
