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National Laboratory of the Rockies · 4 months ago

Graduate (Year-Round) Internship –Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis of Power Systems With High-Penetration Renewables

United States

Internship

Remote

Intern

$50K/yr - $80K/yr

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development. They are seeking a graduate level intern to conduct research projects focused on improving power systems operations, particularly in the context of renewable energy integration and grid stability.

Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Developing inverter-based resource especially adjustable speed pumped storage hydro models in commercial software

Conducting renewable integration studies for understanding the new technologies impact on grid stability or grid services

Contributing and/or leading the writing of research papers and working closely with NREL researchers and deliver high-impact work

Qualification

Power system modelingSimulation software proficiencyRenewable dynamic modelingInverter-based resource modelingPower market optimizationProgramming skillsProblem-solvingWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average

Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor's degree program from an accredited institution

Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor's degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year

Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master's degree program from an accredited institution

Post Graduate: Earned a master's degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year

Graduate + PhD: Completed master's degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master's program, or currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program in Power Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Demonstrated knowledge or experience in power system modeling, dynamics, and control

Experience in modeling, design, and analysis of inverter-based resources such as solar, wind and adjustable speed pumped hydro, etc

Proficiency in commercial power system simulation software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD and Powertech tools

Self-motivated, having good problem-solving capability, and ability to follow project timelines

Excellent written and verbal communication skills