HV System Protection Intern — Substation Field Ops

Dominion Energy; Elizabeth (NJ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401k matching

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking System Protection Interns for Summer 2027 at our Elizabeth City district office. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in electric transmission and distribution.

Interns will work closely with System Protection Technicians to develop a foundational understanding of substation electrical equipment, high‑voltage diagnostic testing, protective relays, and control circuit troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at a 2-year or 4-year school pursuing a Bachelors or Associate's Technology degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Electronics Technology, Instrumentation Technology, Mechatronic Technology.
• Must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher.
• Must have an anticipated graduation date of Winter 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret electrical design drawings.
• Assist with infrared scans and basic instrument checkout and repair.
• Participate in high‑voltage diagnostic testing and relay testing.
• Support functional testing of protection systems and control circuits.
• Shadow System Protection Technicians to gain insight into substation equipment and field operations.

Skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Math aptitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Electrical Eng Tech

Mechanical Eng Tech

Electromechanical Tech

Electronics Tech

Instrumentation Tech

Mechatronic Tech

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dominion Energy is seeking System Protection Interns for Summer 2027 at our Elizabeth City district office. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in electric transmission and distribution.

Interns will work closely with System Protection Technicians to develop a foundational understanding of substation electrical equipment, high‑voltage diagnostic testing, protective relays, and control circuit troubleshooting.