STAGE – Prévision des besoins en réserve sur les marchés européens de l’électricité H/F

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH; France; Sur place; EUR 20 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A multinational energy company is seeking a Forecast Reserve Needs Intern to analyze FCR and FRR market dynamics. You'll assess historical data, develop forecasting models, and contribute insights on renewable energy impacts. This full-time internship offers hands-on experience in energy systems and markets, providing valuable support from a team of professionals. Proficiency in English and a background in electrical engineering are required, with knowledge of Python and MATLAB being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an engineering or master's program.
• Professional command of English is essential.
• Basic French is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Investigate historical demand and pricing trends in FCR and FRR markets.
• Assess impact of renewable energy on market design changes.
• Develop insights and forecasting models for future reserve needs.
• Contribute to strategic modeling supporting market positioning.

Connaissances

Electrical engineering knowledge

Data analysis

Experience with Python

Experience with MATLAB

Knowledge of energy systems

Team player

Office suite familiarity

Formation

Engineering school or master's program in electrical engineering

Description du poste

This internship focuses on understanding the dynamics of Frequency Containment Reserve (FCR) and Frequency Restoration Reserve (FRR) in the European electricity market. The selected candidate will explore how these markets are formed, their operational purposes, and the challenges in determining the reserve need, especially in the context of increasing renewable integration and evolving market design. The analysis starts in analyzing historical data. This analysis will provide insights into how to predict the reserve need in the future. To perform such forecasts, various statistical approaches can be employed. By applying these techniques to past market trends and reserve requirements, it is possible to develop reliable predictions that support strategic decision‑making for reserve procurement.

Activities

As a Forecast reserve needs in European electricity markets M/F trainee, your missions will be:

• Investigate historical demand and pricing trends in FCR and FRR markets across Europe.
• Assess the impact of renewable energy penetration and market design changes.
• Develop insights and forecasting models to anticipate future reserve needs.
• Contribute to strategic modeling efforts supporting TotalEnergies’ market positioning.

You will evolve within a team of experienced professionals and with a tutor‑coach, the reference for your future profession. Individualized support will help you develop your autonomy and lead you to your diploma!

Candidate Profile

Currently enrolled in an engineering school or master’s program in the electrical engineering field, are you looking for a 6-month end-of-study internship starting in February 2026?

Do you have experience in electrical engineering and knowledge of energy systems, or applied mathematics/economics? Do you have interest in power system operations, electricity markets, and data analysis?

Are you comfortable with office automation and familiar with the Office suite? Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or optimization tools is a plus

Are you a self‑starter, rigorous and a team player?

Can you take the initiative?

A professional command of English will be essential for this position. Good writing skills and basic French are a plus.

So don't wait any longer, apply to join our team!

Additional Information

This offer is for a full‑time, contractual internship; alternating internships are not possible.

To apply, please attach a CV + cover letter (your internship dates must be indicated).

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

TotalEnergies is a global multi‑energy production and supply company: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gas, renewables and electricity. Its 105,000 employees are committed to making energy ever more affordable, clean, reliable and accessible to as many people as possible. Present in more than 130 countries, TotalEnergies places sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well‑being of populations.