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Internship in Power Systems Economics

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Elia Grid International

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Berlin
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be a master's student in relevant fields, understand energy policies, have optimization knowledge, Python experience, and be located in the EU, preferably Germany, for an on-site internship.
  • You will review methodologies, assist in meetings and documentation, draft presentations and reports, build power system models, and conduct data analysis and debugging using Python.

Requirements

  • - Enrolled as master student in a university in Industrial/Electrical Engineering, Energy Economics, or similar disciplines.
  • - You possess a comprehensive and holistic understanding of the energy sector, along with its implications and interconnections within the broader energy landscape.
  • - Energy policies (e.g. Paris Agreement, EU Green Deal). European and international energy market structure (e.g. Day-Ahead Markets, Balancing Markets).
  • - International and national institutions that operate in the energy sector (e.g. TSOs, ISOs, ACER, ENTSO-e, UN, World Bank, USAID, GIZ).
  • - You have a solid understanding of mathematical optimization principles, including concepts like the Objective Function, Constraints, Simplex, and Dual, is essential.
  • - Knowledge of mathematical optimization in the context of energy systems, particularly concepts such as Unit Commitment, Economic Dispatch and Security-constrained OPF, would be viewed as a significant asset.
  • - You have experience with Python, in IDE such as PyCharm, is a must.
  • - Familiarity with Git repositories is considered a substantial advantage. Please provide the link to your Git Repository page if applicable.
  • - Possessing experience in data analysis and data visualization, specifically utilizing Python modules such as Plotly and Folium, is highly desirable.
  • - Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • - Fully proficient written and verbal English communication skills.
  • - Currently located in EU, preferably within Germany. Please note that the internship is on-site, NOT remote.
  • - You are expected to relocate to Berlin, Germany for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

  • Review the methodologies and implementation guidelines related to transmission power systems as established by Transmission System Operators (TSOs) and various institutions (e.g. ENTSO-e).
  • Assist in facilitating meeting flow and documenting post-meeting agreements with detailed meeting minutes (OneNote and Outlook).
  • Support the drafting and review of technical presentations for EGI projects (PowerPoint).
  • Support the drafting and review of technical reports for EGI projects (Word).
  • Support the building of power system models (Plexos and/or PyPSA).
  • Perform data and statistical analysis on extensive datasets (Python).
  • Conduct time-series analysis (Python).
  • Assist in the further development and debugging of our in-house package (Python).

FAQs

Is this internship remote or on-site?

The internship is on-site and NOT remote.

What is the minimum duration of the internship?

The minimum duration of the internship is 6 months.

What are the working hours for interns?

Interns are expected to work 37 hours per week.

Is there a possibility to develop a master thesis during the internship?

Yes, there is a possibility to develop your master thesis in the company.

Are there any specific educational qualifications required for this internship?

Yes, applicants must be enrolled as master students in a university in Industrial/Electrical Engineering, Energy Economics, or similar disciplines.

Is relocation to Berlin required for this internship?

Yes, you are expected to relocate to Berlin, Germany for the duration of the internship.

What programming language is essential for this role?

Experience with Python is essential for this role.

Will interns receive guidance during their internship?

Yes, interns will be assigned a mentor who will guide them and provide regular feedback.

Is familiarity with Git repositories beneficial for applicants?

Yes, familiarity with Git repositories is considered a substantial advantage.

What type of skills does the company expect regarding data analysis?

The company expects experience in data analysis and data visualization, specifically using Python modules such as Plotly and Folium.

Elia Grid International

Energy
Industry
51-200
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global consultancy firm specializing in addressing complex power system challenges. Part of the Elia Group, a leading European transmission system operator, EGI offers strategic, technical, and regulatory advice on power transmission. With offices in cities such as Brussels, Berlin, and Dubai, they have delivered projects in over 20 countries. Their mission is to provide innovative solutions across asset management, system operations, and renewable energy integration, supporting the global energy transition by delivering comprehensive power projects and expertise in grid development and interconnectors.