Electric Distribution Dispatch Intern — Real-World Grid Ops

Dominion Energy; Cayce, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an Electric Distribution Dispatch Intern to work alongside Electric Distribution Operators and gain hands-on experience in safe, reliable grid operations, outage management processes, and real-time control center technologies.

The intern will assist with daily monitoring, data analysis, and coordination tasks, helping update OMS status and assist in outage restoration, within a fast-paced team environment across Cayce and Charleston locations.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an associate degree program in applied sciences, electronics engineering technology, mechatronics, or related.
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Must be graduating from their associate's program in 2028.

Responsibilities

• Monitor distribution system data using the Outage Management System (OMS), SCADA, and related platforms under operator guidance.
• Assist with logging system events, equipment status changes, and operational activities.
• Support operators in identifying and prioritizing outage restoration activities.
• Assist in updating the real-time status of devices within the Outage Management System (OMS).
• Shadow operators during real-time coordination with field crews and other departments.

Skills

Electrical theory

Distribution components

Data interpretation

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in applied sciences

GPA 3.0+

Graduating 2028

Tools

OMS

SCADA

Job description

Dominion Energy is seeking an Electric Distribution Dispatch Intern to work alongside Electric Distribution Operators and gain hands-on experience in safe, reliable grid operations, outage management processes, and real-time control center technologies.

The intern will assist with daily monitoring, data analysis, and coordination tasks, helping update OMS status and assist in outage restoration, within a fast-paced team environment across Cayce and Charleston locations.