Data Center Program Associate

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Hanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group—a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea’s most respected business enterprises. With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America’s growing data center industry.

Our expertise covers the entire energy value chain—from project development and engineering to construction, operations, and maintenance with a every solution built for the high-density power demands of data center campuses. By integrating advanced technologies, proven processes, and strong partnerships, we deliver reliable, customized solutions that meet reliable, customized energy solutions engineered for dynamic demands of always-on environments.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Data Center Development Intern will gain broad exposure to all aspects of hyperscale data center development while primarily supporting team efficiency through process improvement, operational efficiency initiatives, and the implementation of new tools and workflows. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside cross-functional teams involved in real estate, energy, project delivery, strategy, commercial development, and site execution. The intern will contribute to high-impact initiatives, assist with project coordination, and gain firsthand experience in how large-scale data center projects progress from site identification through development.

This internship is designed for someone who is curious, highly organized, eager to learn, and excited to take on new challenges in a fast-paced, evolving industry. Responsibilities may vary based on business needs, providing exposure to a wide range of development activities.

The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management.  All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead strategic initiatives that enable company growth, spanning new market entry, data center development processes, and operational improvements
• Assist in tracking project schedules, milestones, risks, budgets, and deliverables across multiple active projects.
• Prepare presentations, reports, meeting materials, and executive summaries for internal stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with teams including Real Estate, Energy, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Development, and Strategy.
• Assist with organizing project documentation, maintaining trackers, and improving internal processes.
• Help identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, and project management processes.
• Gain exposure to negotiations, commercial discussions, land development activities, and strategic decision-making.
• Perform additional project-related responsibilities and special assignments as requested by management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• Proven track record of effectively handling ambiguity, multiple workstreams, and competing priorities
• Interest in data centers, energy infrastructure, commercial real estate, or large-scale development projects.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with clients and stakeholders (up to 25% of the time)

COMPENSATION: $110,000 - $120,000 salary

Attention external recruitment firms, we will not accept any unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact any internal member of our company to discuss the position or to solicit candidates.

Hanwha Data Centers provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.