Spring Co-Op/Intern

CP1367 GE Grid Solutions, LLC; Findlay Township (PA); Remote; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an intern in its Power Conversion and Storage Solutions team to contribute to power system and control initiatives. You will review control algorithms, develop block diagrams, and build simplified models. Work includes testing in MATLAB/PSCAD and applying AI-driven coding approaches to advance control design.

The role emphasizes understanding inverter-based equipment, collaboration across teams, and producing detailed analyses and customer-value presentations.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in electrical or electric power engineering, controls engineering or related field.
• Solid understanding of power system and control concepts.
• Understanding of inverter-based electrical equipment.
• Experience with modeling/ simulation tools (MATLAB, PSCAD, PSSE, PSLF, PowerFactory).

Responsibilities

• Review the control algorithm with the controls team.
• Develop high-level block diagram of the control system.
• Develop simplified models and test in MATLAB/PSCAD.
• Understand electrical characteristics of GE Vernova power electronics products and grid integration.
• Work on automation architecture.
• Prepare detailed written reports/presentations describing analyses and value propositions.
• Collaborate in a team-focused environment and communicate with internal customers.
• Python coding and Agentic Coding using AI.

Skills

Power systems concepts

Control systems concepts

Inverter-based equipment

Python programming

MATLAB

Education

Master’s or PhD in electrical or electric power engineering, controls engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

PSSE

PSLF

PowerFactory

PSCAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary Job Description Job Description As an intern in the GE Power Conversion and Storage Solutions team, the successful candidate will be an active contributor supporting GE business initiatives related to power systems and controls

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with the controls teams to review the control algorithm of the product
• Develop high level block diagram of the control system
• Develop simplified models of the control system and test it in different platforms like MATLAB, PSCAD etc
• Develop technical understanding of electrical characteristics of GE Vernova Solar, Storage, Synchronous Condensers and STATCOM Solutions power electronics products and their integration to electrical grids.
• Work on automation archeitecture
• Effectively communicate to internal customers by preparing detailed written reports and/or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
• Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized
• Python coding and Agentic Coding using AI

Qualifications/Requirements

• Master’s degree or PhD in electrical or electric power engineering, controls engineering or related field of study.
• General understanding/awareness of power system and control system concepts
• Understanding of inverter-based electrical equipment

Desired Characteristics

• Demonstrated experience in developing control system or control algorithms
• Demonstrated modeling and technical experience in technical performance analysis of electric power systems with power electronic sources or loads. Experience in planning and execution of technical projects relevant to electric power systems and equipment design.
• Expertise in tuning controller to achieve desired performance requirement established in grid codes.
• Experience with developing model in electromechanical domain like PSS/E, PSLF, PowerFactory etc (for Inverter Based Resource or other Power Electronics based models)
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE and customer/plant staff).
• Understanding of grid systems interactions with power plant equipment and controls.
• Experience with time-domain simulation tools (ATP/EMTP desired, PSCAD/EMTDC and MATLAB).
• Experience with programming environments to understand controller code and complex simulation modeling (Python or Fortran desired)
• Experience with time-domain simulation tools, specifically programming, tuning, and using user-written “black box” models in PSCAD, MATLAB for wind turbine generators, solar inverters, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or other advanced power electronic based systems.
• PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering or related science
• Industry reputation, prior IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to practical (not overly-academic) topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
• Awarded patents on HV power equipment applications a plus.
• Experience with modeling and simulating inverter-based technologies including controls in MATLAB, PSSE and PSLF using both generic and user written models.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No #LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only: This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 12, 2026.

U.S. Internship roles are ineligible for GE Vernova benefits.

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