Intern - System Protection Electrical Engineer (Glen Allen, VA, US, 23060)

Dominion Energy; Glen Allen (VA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Vacation

401k with matches

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Sick leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Dominion Energy in Virginia seeks an Electrical Engineering Intern to support system protection, relay coordination, and protection logic design across transmission and distribution projects. You will work with experienced engineers, develop automation tasks (VBA, Python, C#, .NET), and gain exposure to grid operation while pursuing an ABET-accredited EE degree with GPA 3.0+ and a 2028/29 graduation.

The role offers a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 teleworking) and an hourly rate of

Qualifications

• Full-time student pursuing a 4-year Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• GPA of at least 3.0; higher GPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support relay protection, coordination, logic design and operational performance.
• Assist on transmission, distribution, or distributed generation projects.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and execute automation-related tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Independence

Time management

Analytical thinking

Regulatory interpretation

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

GPA 3.0+

Tools

VBA

Python

.NET

C#

Job description

Intern - System Protection Electrical Engineer

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 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days 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

Dominion’s System Protection Engineering department is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support the Company’s evolving transmission and distribution grids. Engineering interns will work with experienced team members to assist on transmission, distribution, or distributed generation projects or complete individual work assignments related to relay protection, coordination, logic design, and operational performance.

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Equally effective working independently or in a team environment
• Time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems
• Ability to interpret codes, regulations and practices
• Programming skills for automation assignments preferred (e.g. VBA, Python, .NET, C#)

Education Requirements

Candidate must be a full-time student pursuing a 4-year Bachelor's degree majoring in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program with a graduation date of 2028 or 2029.
Must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher; a 3.3 cumulative GPA is strongly preferred.

Test Description

No Testing Required

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What You'll Get

Hourly Rate:

$27.00 - $29.00

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
• disability insurance

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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Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion Energy

Dominion Energy is committed to helping address climate change. We have cut emissions sharply as we aim for Net Zero carbon and methane emissions by 2050. Learn more at sustainability.dominionenergy.com .

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