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

This Grid Automation and Controls group at NREL focuses on conducting research projects to improve power systems operations. We develop cutting edge solutions and work closely with industry and utility partners to enhance grid reliability, resilience, and security.

Our team is looking for a graduate level intern who has solid background on power system modeling, simulation, optimization and control. An ideal candidate is expected to have a good knowledge of renewable dynamic modeling or power market optimization. This will be a 3-month opportunity with the possibility to extend to 12-months.

The intern will focus on tackling the renewable integration challenges in inverter-dominated power systems. The preferred candidate would be working on:

• 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 to deliver high-impact work.

Minimum qualifications include a minimum 3.0 GPA, enrollment or recent graduation from Masters or Ph.D. programs in Power Engineering or related fields, and demonstrated experience in power system modeling, dynamics, and control. Proficiency in commercial power system simulation software and strong communication skills are also required.

Preferred qualifications include experience in developing user-defined models in PSS/E and/or PSLF and good programming skills.