Student Internship - Power System Modeling Engineer

ISO New Englandis the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy.

Internship Title- Power System Modeling Engineer Intern

Department – Model Administration and Support

Minimum Education level: Senior

Preferred Majors: Electrical Engineering

Want to see how the New England power grid really works? As a Power System Modeling Engineer Intern at ISO New England, you’ll help update and maintain the network model, create planning study cases, and analyze generation and load data. You’ll get hands-on experience with tools like PSS®E, work on real projects, and see how different ISO teams collaborate to keep the lights on.

This internship is perfect for electrical engineering students with a power systems focus who love problem-solving, coding, and working with data. You’ll gain practical experience, learn from industry experts, and contribute directly to the reliability and planning of the regional grid.

Who we are

ISO New England is one of the most pivotal energy companies you’ve probably never heard of. Our job is to oversee the 24/7 operation of the power grid that covers the six-states of New England and to administer the region’s $10+ billion “stock exchange” for buying and selling of wholesale electricity. Our work ensures that over 14 million people can reliably turn their lights on and complete their jobs, take care of their families, and live in comfort with convenience.

About the Department

The Model Administration and Support Group is responsible for the design, testing, and implementation of power system model changes, with a focus on applications that support power flow, dynamic analysis, contingency analysis, and market operations. This work ensures the accuracy and reliability of the models that are critical to both real-time operations and long-term system planning.

What You’ll Be Working On

As a Power System Modeling Engineer Intern, you will:

• Assist with data handling and updates to the New England Network Model.
• Help create planning study cases for transmission owners.
• Update generation profiles by gathering data from multiple sources.
• Review and maintain contingency project data, load profiles, and resource data.
• Support the Model Administration and Support Team in testing and validating model changes.

How You’ll Make an Impact

You’ll help keep New England’s power grid running smoothly by updating models, analyzing system data, and supporting real planning studies. Your work will give engineers the tools they need to ensure reliable electricity today – and prepare the grid for tomorrow.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Graduate student preferred, but rising seniors will be considered if requirements are met.
• Enrollment in an electrical engineering program with a power systems concentration.
• Experience with PSS®E preferred.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a small team environment.

What You’ll Gain

This internship offers the opportunity to apply classroom learning to real-world projects at ISO New England. You will:

• Gain hands-on experience working with power system modeling tools and data.
• See how different ISO groups interact to ensure system reliability and efficient market operations.
• Develop technical and professional skills in a collaborative environment.
• Contribute to projects that directly support the reliability and planning of the regional power grid.

This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc.).

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The expected hourly range for this position is $19-$36 per hour, depending on your year in college. Interns are eligible for some paid time off benefits and have access to our wellness program. Our internships also provide interns with exposure to the energy industry, mentorships, and real-world experience.

This is a U.S. based role. If the successful candidate resides outside of the U.S., relocation will be required.