Transmission Planning Intern: Shape the Grid of the Future

ISO New England Inc.; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ISO New England is seeking a Transmission Planning Intern to collaborate with engineers on modeling and analyzing the high‑voltage system across New England, using tools such as PSS E, Aspen, and TARA.

You will assist in developing system models, performing planning analyses, and supporting data management while gaining hands‑on experience in transmission planning and grid reliability.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD program in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to become familiar with power system analysis software such as PSS®E, Aspen, and TARA.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, or other office applications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Developing and refining system models.
• Performing transmission system analyses to support planning studies.
• Supporting data management and other related services.

Skills

Power systems

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PSS E

Aspen

TARA

Job description

ISO New England is seeking a Transmission Planning Intern to collaborate with engineers on modeling and analyzing the high‑voltage system across New England, using tools such as PSS E, Aspen, and TARA.

You will assist in developing system models, performing planning analyses, and supporting data management while gaining hands‑on experience in transmission planning and grid reliability.