Graduate Intern - Electric Distribution Grid Planning Engineering

Dominion Energy; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dominion Energy offers a graduate internship in Electric Distribution Grid Planning Engineering, based in Richmond, VA, with a hybrid schedule (office and telework). You will support GRID planning analytics, build Python scripts, and contribute to load flow and voltage analyses under experienced engineers.

The role targets graduate students in electrical engineering with power systems focus, strong Python skills, and a 3.0+ GPA, graduating Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a graduate degree in electrical engineering with power systems focus.
• Strong academic or research background in electric power systems, distribution planning, or related topics.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, automation, scripting, and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Support distribution grid planning, modeling analytics, and data analysis efforts.
• Develop Python scripts to automate data processing, model inputs/outputs, and reporting workflows.
• Assist with load flow, voltage analysis, reliability studies, and forecasting for grid planning.

Skills

Python coding

Power systems knowledge

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited graduate degree in Electrical Engineering

Power Systems coursework/experience

GPA 3.0+

Graduating Fall 2027 or Spring 2028

Tools

Synergi Electric

CYME

PSS/E

PSCAD

MATLAB

OpenDSS

Job description

Graduate Intern - Electric Distribution Grid Planning Engineering

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below.

We offer a hybrid work schedule (one week in the office, one week of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

Electric Distribution Grid Planning Strategic Initiatives and Grid Modeling Analytics ("SIGMA"), Graduate Engineering Intern
600 Canal Place, Richmond, VA.

Description

This graduate internship opportunity is intended for a student pursuing a graduate degree in electrical engineering with a focus or strong coursework in electric power engineering. The intern will provide technical support to the Distribution Grid Planning Strategic Initiatives and Grid Modeling Analytics ("SIGMA") team, with emphasis on power system analysis, distribution grid modeling, data analytics, and Python-based automation. Assignments will be structured with clear objectives and performed under the guidance of experienced engineers and team leadership.

The graduate intern will be part of a team that provides technical support for Grid Planning, Grid Resiliency, Grid Modernization, and Integrated Distribution Planning activities. The intern will support development of distribution system studies, data analysis, and modeling efforts used for long‑range integrated distribution grid planning.

Candidate should have a strong academic background in electrical engineering, preferably with graduate‑level coursework or research in electric power systems, power flow analysis, distribution systems, renewable energy integration, forecasting, or related fields. Proficiency in Python coding is required, including the ability to develop scripts for data analysis, automation, model processing, visualization, and engineering workflow improvement.

Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Support engineering assignments related to distribution grid planning, system modeling, and data analytics under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate data processing, model preparation, engineering calculations, and reporting workflows.

Apply power engineering concepts to support load flow analysis, voltage analysis, reliability studies, forecasting, and distribution system modeling activities.

Effectively utilize the proper resources to develop solutions and devise new approaches to problems encountered in work assignments.

Maintain and manage data for distribution grid load and DER forecasting: conduct discussions with users and other stakeholders to understand data requirements, query and clean data from other systems, integrate to other systems, work directly in database to analyze and modify model inputs and outputs, apply other data analytics tools to interpret study results.

Power system modeling: load flow and voltage analysis, predictive reliability analysis, and time series simulations including dynamic and transient analysis.

Analyze multiple infrastructure interdependencies related to thermal, voltage and reliability criteria.

Perform/support evaluation, design, engineering, and support activities related to traditional utility solutions and non‑wires alternatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Currently pursuing a graduate degree in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong academic or research background in electric power systems, distribution systems, grid planning, renewable integration, or related power engineering topics.
• Proficiency in Python coding required, including experience with data analysis, automation, scripting, and visualization libraries or tools.
• Familiarity with power system analysis concepts such as load flow, voltage analysis, distribution planning criteria, DER impacts, or reliability assessment preferred.
• Experience working with large datasets, engineering models, databases, or analytical tools preferred.
• Understands and can apply knowledge of configuration management.
• Planning, organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to develop and exercise leadership skills.
• Effective decision‑making skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills (includes technical writing).
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices.
• Equally effective working independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to process information quickly and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Full knowledge of engineering theories and principles.
• Proficient at analyzing all aspects of three‑phase AC power flow.
• Knowledge of substation equipment/operations, relay operations, and power station preferred.
• Exposure to power system modeling or analytical software such as Synergi Electric, CYME, PSS/E, PSCAD, ASPEN, MATLAB, OpenDSS, or similar tools preferred.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in developing advanced system models from diverse and indirect data and information sources preferred.
• Ability to use Python to improve engineering workflows, automate repetitive tasks, process model inputs/outputs, and communicate results through clear visualizations or summaries.
• Must be dedicated to continuous improvement and identifying best practice opportunities.

Education Requirements

Currently pursuing an ABET accredited graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related engineering field.

Power engineering coursework, research, or project experience preferred; proficiency in Python coding required.

Must have a 3.0 GPA or above.

Must be graduating in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

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What You’ll Get

Hourly Rate:

$37.00

The hourly rate listed is the rate we anticipate paying for this position. If a range is listed, the actual hourly rate offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate's degree type, academic major, and/or school classification (e.g., sophomore, junior, senior).

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: Dombenefits.com

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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