Intern NERC Compliance Technical Writer

AES Corporation
$21.00 and $30.18/Hourly
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
Aug 07, 2025
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. We are seeking a meticulous and knowledgeable Compliance Technical Writer intern to develop and maintain documentation that supports regulatory compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness. This internship involves translating complex IT and electric operations' regulatory requirements into clear, actionable documents for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with industry standards and organizational policies. This internship is open to candidates based near any AES location. Key Responsibilities: Create, edit, and maintain compliance-related documentation such as policies, procedures, manuals, audit responses, and regulatory filings. Collaborate with compliance officers, NERC Compliance team, subject matter experts (SMEs), and operational staff to gather accurate information. Ensure documentation meets regulatory standards and is audit ready. Maintain version control and document history for all compliance materials. Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to information requests. Develop templates and style guides to ensure consistency across compliance documents. Required Qualifications: Actively pursuing graduate degree. Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communication, Legal Studies, or a related field. Ability to familiarize with regulatory frameworks such as NERC. Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations. Excellent written communication and editing skills. Proficiency with documentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat). Experience with document management systems and version control. Preferred Qualifications: Interest in the energy or utilities sector. Knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Understanding of audit processes and regulatory reporting. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization. The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $21.00 and $30.18/Hourly; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.