Grid Integration & Analysis Intern (Summer 2027)
About The Position
Pattern Energy is seeking a curious and analytical Grid Integration & Analysis Intern to join its team in the Houston office. The internship provides hands-on exposure to how power system data, modeling, and analytical tools are used to evaluate the electric grid and support renewable energy development. The intern will work alongside the Grid Integration team on database development and maintenance, power system modeling, and grid analysis activities, developing technical skills in coding, data analysis, and power systems fundamentals and gaining practical exposure to grid planning and renewable energy integration. The intern will gain experience supporting real-world grid analysis and renewable energy development, building capabilities relevant to careers in power systems, energy analytics, transmission planning, and grid integration. Learning opportunities include developing skills in coding, data management, and analytical automation; building foundational knowledge of power systems, including power flow, circuit theory, transmission systems, and grid planning; learning about power system modeling tools, datasets, and analytical workflows; and seeing how technical grid analysis informs renewable energy development and business decisions. The intern will collaborate with experienced professionals while contributing to meaningful projects.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Energy Systems, or a related technical field.
- Interest in power systems, renewable energy, transmission, grid planning, or energy markets.
- Exposure to programming or scripting languages such as Python, R, or similar tools.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to organize and work accurately with technical data.
- Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies and analytical methods.
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Coursework in circuit theory, power systems, data analytics, modeling, or a related technical area.
Responsibilities
- Support the development, maintenance, organization, and quality control of databases and datasets used for grid analyses.
- Assist with power system modeling and analytical activities to evaluate transmission systems, interconnection opportunities, and grid conditions.
- Support the preparation, processing, and analysis of model inputs and outputs.
- Use coding and automation techniques to improve data workflows, analytical processes, and modeling efficiency.
- Explore modern coding approaches to develop and enhance internal analytical tools and workflows.
- Work with team members to research and evaluate grid planning, transmission, and power market information.
- Participate in other projects and initiatives based on business needs.
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Career Level
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