STUDENT INTERN - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (TSM)

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative invites applications for a Student Intern - Electrical Engineering (TSM) for the summer of 2027 at our Menoken, ND site. The role supports Protection, Controls, and Relaying Engineers in designing and maintaining protection systems and contributing to grid reliability.

You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment, working with ASPEN OneLiner, relay settings, and field/drafting teams while adhering to CIP/NERC standards.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited) program with Sophomore year completed, or recent graduate (within 12 months).
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Transcript attachment is required for all student intern positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining the ASPEN OneLiner Fault Analysis database.
• Assist with developing or modifying protective relay settings.
• Collaborate with engineers to understand bulk electric system and Basin's electrical topology.
• Coordinate with field/drafting to complete record drawings and ensure quality control.
• Ensure CIP/NERC compliance and related standards are met.
• Verify switching diagrams are current at all substation locations.
• Confirm relays communicate with Tarigma GEM and match the access document.
• Conduct CIP Baseline compliance reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

Data entry

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

None

Job description

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Job Title: STUDENT INTERN - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (TSM) Posting Start Date: 9/8/26 Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is at our TSM Menoken location in Menoken, ND.

This position is for the summer months of 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027).
This is a temporary position that will collaborating with our Protection, Controls, and Relaying Engineers to support the design and maintenance of electrical protection systems. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment, contributing to the development of innovative solutions for enhancing power grid reliability and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist with maintaining the database for ASPEN OneLiner Fault Analysis software.
• Assist with the development or modification of new or existing protective relay settings.
• Work closely with engineers to gain an understanding of the bulk electric system and Basin's electrical topology
• Work with field and drafting personnel and the drafting department to complete record drawings, while providing quality control of record drawings by drawing modification content and determining whether other drawings are affected by field modifications.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) regulations including Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Protection and Control (PRC), and Facilities Design, Connections, and Maintenance (FAC) standards.
• Ensure Switching Diagrams are available and updated to newest format at all substation locations.
• Validate relays are communicating with Tarigma GEM and matches relay access document.
• Perform sweep of CIP Baseline document to verify internal compliance audit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Electrical Engineering (EAC/ABET accredited) program with Sophomore year completed, or recent graduate (within the past 12 months).
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Did you attach your transcript to this application?

A transcript is required for all student intern positions, your application will NOT be reviewed unless a transcript is attached.

This position is identified as a Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) related position, which may allow physical and/or logical access to Bulk Electric System (BES) cyber related assets or systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous internship or relevant work experience.
• Additional certifications or coursework in field of study.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and to move about the office building, occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, constant use of a keyboard/computer and other office productivity machinery, bending, climbing, kneeling crawling, pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds, and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. This position requires finger dexterity, good hearing and color vision, and the ability to perform close work. This position requires the ability to analyze data/reports and conduct research; implement recommendations; develop plans, procedures, and goals; and present information to others. The incumbent may be required to work under pressure due to conflicting priorities and deadlines. Occasionally works in conditions of dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, and confined areas. This position may be required to occasionally work at heights up to 50 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Occasional travel may be required for this position, either by car or cooperative/commercial plane. Equipment operated includes computers, various control devices, electrical test equipment, and normal shop tools.

KEY SKILLS

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Research and analytical thinking.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Data entry and recordkeeping.
• Team collaboration.
• Initiative and adaptability.
• Confidentiality and professionalism.
• Compliance with safety procedures.

Wage: $26.50/hour

Basin Electric wants all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or who needs other assistance or accommodations, please contact us at 701-223-0441. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed or provide your contact information, and a Basin Electric Human Resources representative will contact you. Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.