Are you ready to launch your career with the world’s leading energy consulting firm? DNV is offering a Renewables Intern opportunity in Cape Town, giving graduates a chance to gain hands-on experience across the entire utility-scale renewables value chain.

About DNV

DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, driven by a purpose to safeguard life, property, and the environment. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organisations, DNV advances safety and performance across industries, setting benchmarks and inventing solutions for global transformations.

About the Role

Based in DNV’s Cape Town office in the Foreshore, you will join the Renewables Advisory Africa division within the Energy Systems business unit, part of the Middle East & Africa (MEA) geographical unit. DNV’s MEA Renewables Advisory Team is growing rapidly to meet rising demand for expert wind, solar, storage, and hybrid energy advisory services across the region.

You will support utilities, regulators, developers, owners, and lenders through feasibility studies, technical due diligence, conceptual design and procurement support, and independent technical advisory services. The role focuses primarily on utility-scale wind, solar, and BESS advisory projects, giving you exposure to pre-construction studies, resource modelling, procurement support, construction supervision, and decommissioning.

Most work is desk-based, with occasional travel for site and customer visits (estimated 5% to 20% of your time). The initial internship contract runs for 6 months, with the possibility of renewal for a further 6 months for high-performing candidates.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, or environmental engineering
• Technical interest in utility-scale wind, solar, hydro, and battery storage development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to write clear technical reports
• Strong analytical skills with a methodical, systematic approach to problem-solving
• Good IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Willingness to travel locally and internationally
• A dynamic, positive team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail

Prior work experience is not required, though it may be advantageous. Skills in AI programming, agent development, and digitalisation would be a strong plus.

What DNV Offers

• Global profit share scheme
• Travel, life, and accident insurance
• Pension and retirement benefits
• Structured professional development through DNV’s 70/20/10 learning model
• Hybrid working arrangements
• A supportive, purpose-led culture with active social and professional networks

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as both an ethical value and a business strength.

How to Apply

If you’re inquisitive, driven, and ready to help shape a sustainable energy future, this internship is your opportunity to build career-defining experience with a global leader in renewables advisory.

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