Intern - Energy Management System (EMS) Summer 2027

ATC; Town of Cottage Grove (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

ATC is offering a System Operations Engineering Intern role to support the System Operations team by updating and maintaining the Energy Management System (EMS). You will gain hands-on experience with SCADA, advanced network applications, and visualization tools that help real-time system operations.

You are pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields. The internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and making an impact on grid reliability, with pay

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain EMS system components.
• Support development of visualization tools for system operators.
• Gain experience with SCADA and advanced network applications.
• Conduct engineering analysis to support reliable transmission operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance EMS functionality.

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Related technical fields

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities: About the Role Start your career at a Great Place to Work! ATC is looking for a System Operations Engineering Intern to support our System Operations team by updating, developing, and maintaining our Energy Management System (EMS). You’ll be at the heart of what we do, conducting engineering work that supports reliable and economic operations of the interconnected electric transmission system. This internship offers hands-on experience with SCADA and advanced network applications, as well as opportunities to develop, implement, and maintain visualization tools that support real-time system operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Update and maintain EMS system components
• Support development of visualization tools for system operators
• Gain experience with SCADA and advanced network applications
• Conduct engineering analysis to support reliable transmission operations
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance EMS functionality

You bring curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in learning how technology supports grid reliability. Experience with programming or visualization tools is a plus, and your enthusiasm for making a difference in the energy industry makes you a great fit for this opportunity.

What You’ll Bring

You’re currently pursuing a degree in:

• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Related technical fields

Essential Responsibilities

Why ATC as an Intern

Purpose-Driven Work Your work matters. As an intern at ATC, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that help power everyday life and support the future of the electric grid.

People-Centric Culture

We are difference makers. At ATC, you'll work alongside supportive teammates who value collaboration, encourage questions, and are invested in helping you succeed.

Flexibility & Balance

We understand that academics, extracurriculars, and personal commitments are important. Our internship experience is designed to provide flexibility while helping you gain valuable professional experience.

Learning & Development

Internships at ATC are built around growth. You'll gain hands-on experience, receive guidance from experienced professionals, and develop skills that prepare you for future career opportunities.

Real-World Experience

From day one, you'll work on meaningful assignments, participate in team discussions, and contribute ideas that make an impact. We believe the best learning happens through doing.

Innovation in Action

The energy industry is evolving, and ATC plays a critical role in shaping its future. As an intern, you'll gain exposure to industry challenges, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions that support a reliable electric grid.

Connections That Last

Build relationships with professionals across the organization, expand your network, and gain insights into a variety of career paths within the energy industry.

A Shared Future

We're committed to creating an environment where interns can learn, contribute, and thrive. Your ideas, perspectives, and contributions help shape our future while building the foundation for you.

The pay range for this position is $23-27/hr. The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience and academic achievements.

Number of Openings Available: 1

Posting Date: 2026-09-11

Time Type: Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants have rights under employment laws. ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together. We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster | U.S. Department of Labor Family and Medical Leave Act Poster Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster | U.S. Department of Labor ERD-10861 Poster Honesty Testing poster WISCONSIN FAIR EMPLOYMENT LAW ATC is a transmission-only electric utility that helps keep the lights on, businesses running and communities strong in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois. As owner and operator of more than 9,530 miles of transmission lines and 530 substations, we help meet the electric needs of more than 5 million people in our service area.