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Remote engineering interns are students or recent graduates who work on engineering projects for a company or organization from a location outside the traditional office, typically from home. They gain practical experience by collaborating virtually with professional engineers and teams, often using digital tools for communication and project management. These internships allow individuals to develop technical and soft skills, work on real-world challenges, and build their resumes while maintaining a flexible schedule. Remote engineering internships are available in various fields, including software, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.

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Power Systems Engineer Intern - Co-Op

Power Systems Engineer Intern - Co-Op

Electric Power Engineers

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

CA$28 - CA$30/hr

Internship

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

We are designing the Grid of the future!

We are innovators by nature, for over 50 years, Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe to focus on complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As an early leader in the renewables space, we continue to see significant opportunities to build a sustainable and secure Grid.  Join a team committed to making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can continue to create the “grid of the future”!


Join us in leading the change!

As a Power Systems Engineer at EPE you will be responsible for developing and conducting computer modeling and analysis for transmission & distribution planning studies. You will have the opportunity to work with industry leaders as you grow and develop in your career and will take on increasing challenges are you’re ready.

Internships at Electric Power Engineers, Inc. are more than just a job, they’re an experience! Our interns bridge theoretical classroom concepts and hands-on training to overcome real-world challenges. Throughout your internship, you will develop skills to advance professionally and academically.

How you can make an impact:

The Power Systems Engineer Intern will perform projects/tasks such as network-wide steady-state and short-circuit studies as well as contribute to process improvement efforts, including development of Python scripts. This position will report to an experienced Transmission Manager and be exposed to exciting projects building valuable industry knowledge. Through this opportunity, the intern will gain experience with the Texas and Eastern Interconnection power systems.


Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

  • Completion of, or current enrollment in, a PhD degree program  with a major in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
  • Completion of, or current enrollment in, power systems fundamentals class(es) (strongly preferred)
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher

 Location: Canada - Remote 

 Length: Long-Term Internship (up to 12-months) and up to 40 hours a week.

Travel: None

 

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

 

If you are interested in applying for employment with EPE and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@epeconsulting.com

 

Third-Party Recruiting Notification

EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team. 

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