Power Systems Studies Intern

Jacobs Engineering Group; Clark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group in Clark, NJ is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support its Power Systems Studies team. You will work on power system modeling, load flows, and interconnection studies, collaborating with regional and global teams and gaining exposure to clients including utilities and renewable developers.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with potential for hands-on learning in a national/international energy context.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in power system modeling and analysis.
• Experience with renewable generation preferred.
• Willingness to work in the US and in Clark, NJ area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with power system studies across project lifecycle (bid to closeout).
• Support internal studies and external interconnection analysis to meet NERC/IEC standards.
• Collaborate with regional/global teams and participate in client meetings and deliverables.

Education

Electrical Engineering degree program

GPA 3.0+

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We are seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our Power Systems Studies team in Clark, NJ.

The energy industry, particularly transmission grids, is undergoing major changes to accommodate regional and global decarbonization and energy transition targets. Underground and subsea cable technology are, in particular, increasingly becoming a major player in this energy paradigm shift to enable large-scale renewable energy generation, such as offshore wind, green hydrogen or large interconnectors.

As a Power System Studies Intern, you will closely work with regional and global power systems teams to support system studies projects at various stages of their lifecycle (i.e. from the technical bid/proposal to execution, reports, client meetings/presentations, to close‑out). You will gain exposure to a variety of clients including renewable developers, transmission owner/developers as well as utilities and blend your theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will perform power system studies both internal to the plant (including, but not limited to, load flow, short circuit, insulation coordination, TOV, arc flash and harmonics) and external to the plant (related to interconnection to ensure compliance with interconnection requirements as well as NERC standards).

To be successful in this role you will need to a solid foundation of technical knowledge in power system modeling and analysis. Ideally, you will have previous research or internship experience working with renewable generation while interning at an engineering firm or utility.

If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you.

Here's what you'll need

• Currently enrolled in degree seeking program for Electrcial Engineering
• Interested in seeking a career in power systems/ distribution
• 3.0+ GPA
• Live within a commutable distance to Clark, NJ Office
• Ability to work within the US without need for sponsorship now or in the future

Ideally you will also have

• Familiarity with power system studies using PSS/E, ETAP and PSCAD or other equivalents.
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards such as IEC, IEEE and CIGRE

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $55,000.00 to $75,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .