Power Systems Intern — Hybrid, Raleigh

Danovo Energy Solutions; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Housing accommodation support for non‑

Job summary

Danovo Energy Solutions, an independent technology and consulting firm, offers a Power Systems Graduate Intern position based in Raleigh, NC. Interns work with senior engineers across transmission, distribution planning, and protection settings, gaining practical experience in power systems analyses and grid modernization.

Interns will engage in studies, research, and projects using industry tools, develop automation scripts, and collaborate with national laboratories, utilities, and academic

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. degree program in Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, with a focus on Power Systems.
• Ability to relocate to Raleigh, NC for the full duration of the summer internship.
• Ability to work independently and around obstacles, with effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Self-motivated, a team player, and able to work in a diverse and inclusive space.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with a programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or VBA).
• Familiarity with electrical simulation software platforms (e.g., PSS/E, PSLF, ASPEN, CAPE, TARA, PSCAD, or CYME).
• Familiarity with additional programming languages or business intelligence tools (C#, SQL, R, Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Prior internship or work experience in the utility, energy, or research industry.
• Involvement with IEEE or other industry groups/societies.
• Familiarity with the utility industry.

Responsibilities

• Support technical studies within your assigned practice area, which may include power flow, short-circuit, stability, reliability, generator and large-load interconnection, RTDS testing, or protection coordination and relay settings analyses.
• Contribute to research, proposals, and funded projects in power systems control, automation, protection, or grid modernization, including concept development and technical approach definition.
• Utilize industry-standard software and simulation platforms (e.g., PSS/E, PSLF, TARA, ASPEN, CAPE, or relay manufacturers’ settings software) to model, analyze, and document power system scenarios and results.
• Prepare technical reports, memos, and presentation materials for internal teams, clients, and/or technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop or enhance scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, VBA, MATLAB) for data processing, analysis, and result aggregation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, researchers, and advisors—and, on select projects, external partners such as national laboratories, utilities, or academic institutions—to address complex technical challenges.
• Build familiarity with the study, modeling, and planning tools used across the practice area you support.
• Assist the team with various technical projects, including documentation and project file system recordkeeping.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Programming scripting

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

TARA

ASPEN

CAPE

CYME

Job description

Danovo Energy Solutions, an independent technology and consulting firm, offers a Power Systems Graduate Intern position based in Raleigh, NC. Interns work with senior engineers across transmission, distribution planning, and protection settings, gaining practical experience in power systems analyses and grid modernization.

Interns will engage in studies, research, and projects using industry tools, develop automation scripts, and collaborate with national laboratories, utilities, and academic