Corporate Rotation Program

PJM Interconnection, LLC; Audubon (IA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

401(k) plan with 100% employer match

Vacation and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

PJM Interconnection, LLC offers a 24-month rotational program starting June 2027 for new graduates to gain hands-on experience in electric power systems, real-time grid operations, wholesale electricity markets, and long-term transmission planning.

Participants rotate through system operations, market operations, and planning, with mentoring and exposure to senior leaders, and are placed into a permanent role after completion.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field with GPA 3.0+.
• Ability to apply electrical engineering concepts and power system fundamentals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete three eight-month rotations across system and market operations, transmission planning, and related engineering support.
• Apply engineering principles to support studies, operational and market analyses, and planning activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical information clearly.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Quantitative analysis

Engineering judgment

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Electrical/EPower Engineering fields

Mathematics/Statistics/Operational Research

Tools

PSS/e

Power system analysis tools

Job description

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Through this 24-month rotational program, participants will complete three eight-month rotations across PJM Interconnection to build a practical foundation in electric power systems, real-time grid operations, wholesale electricity markets, and long-term transmission planning. The program is designed for new college graduates who are interested in applying technical engineering knowledge to support the reliable operation and planning of the regional power grid. Upon completion of the program, participants will be placed into a permanent position at PJM that aligns with their skills, interests, performance, and business needs. This position will start in June 2027

Essential Functions

Complete three eight-month rotations that provide hands-on experience in areas such as system operations, market operations, transmission planning, and related engineering support functions. Apply engineering principles, analytical methods, and power system concepts to support studies, operational analysis, market analysis, planning activities, and technical problem solving. Participate in structured learning and formal mentoring with program leadership, rotational managers, and technical subject matter experts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical information clearly to support reliable grid operations, effective market administration, and long-term infrastructure planning. Receive exposure and support from former Corporate Rotation Program employees, senior and executive leaders through assignments and roundtable discussions.

Characteristics and Qualifications

Required: BS, Economics Engineering Electrical Engineering Electrical Power Engineering Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Operational Research Designed for recent or upcoming college graduates; GPA: 3.0 or higher out of 4.0 scale Ability to apply electrical engineering concepts, including fundamental power system, circuit, and analytical principles Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail Ability to perform quantitative and qualitative analysis using engineering judgment Ability to learn technical tools, troubleshoot issues, and provide analytical or operational support Ability to communicate technical information clearly and collaborate across teams Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support. PJM is not STEM OPT eligible. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred

Preferred: Academic, internship, co-op, research, or project experience in power systems, transmission planning, system operations, energy markets, data analysis, or electric utility operations Exposure to power system analysis tools, programming or scripting, data visualization, modeling, or simulation software Experience using PSS/e (power system analysis program) PJM employees work collaboratively to maintain the reliability of North America’s largest centrally dispatched electric grid and to operate one of the world’s largest competitive wholesale electricity markets. We seek talented candidates who thrive in a diverse, challenging and creative environment where they have opportunities to grow, learn new skills and build a career. Learn more about PJM by visiting the Learning Center. Discover your potential at PJM Interconnection! We are proud of our company’s history, culture and community. As the nation’s largest grid operator, the work we do every day requires every one of us. We recognize and appreciate the different abilities, backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, cultures and needs of each individual. If you're seeking a dynamic and supportive workplace that values innovation and creativity, we invite you to explore opportunities with our team.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with 100% employer match up to 5% of salary
• Non-elective 401(k) employer contribution
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Business travel and accident insurance
• Child day care referral program
• Employee assistance program
• Adoption benefits recognized by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, which has named PJM one of the best adoption-friendly energy and utility companies in America.