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Power Systems Undergraduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute - Summer 2025

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

29d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Livermore

AI generated summary

  • You must be a continuing student in engineering or related fields with a GPA of 3.0+. Have skills in power systems, programming, and effective communication; teamwork experience is essential.
  • You will support power systems and cybersecurity projects, conduct research, analyze data, attend seminars, and present findings while collaborating with scientists and engineers.

Requirements

  • Must be a continuing college or university student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or other related fields. If you are graduating with your bachelor's degree in Spring 2025 and/or starting a graduate degree program in Fall 2025, you will need to apply for Power Systems Graduate Intern - Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Summer Institute position.
  • Ability to apply basic principles of engineering to solve problems related to energy infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills.
  • Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following topics: power systems; industrial control systems; transmission or distribution system modeling or simulation; oil and natural gas systems modeling or simulation; inverter-based resources; alternative energy systems; grid planning or operations algorithms, optimization, or analytics.
  • Demonstrated exposure through coursework or relevant experience to one or more of the following or similar tools: Matlab/Simulink, PowerWorld, PSLF, GridlabD, OpenDSS, Python, C++.
  • GPA of 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical and/or research support to projects in the areas of power systems, critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, and other related fields working with scientists, engineers, and technical staff members.
  • Participate in research under close supervision in one or more of the following areas, as assigned:
  • power systems
  • industrial control systems
  • transmission or distribution system modeling or simulation
  • oil and natural gas systems modeling or simulation
  • distributed energy resources, inverter-based resources, or microgrids
  • alternative energy systems
  • grid planning or operations algorithms, optimization, or analytics
  • Gather and analyze data and information in support of scientific research.
  • Participate in research planning and evaluation discussions.
  • Attend relevant seminars and training classes (at least one per week).
  • Present work in at least one seminar or poster.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Power Systems Undergraduate Intern position for Summer 2025?

The position will run during the summer with a range of start dates between May 19, 2025, and June 23, 2025, and flexible end dates through September 26, 2025.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Applicants must be continuing college or university students in good standing, pursuing an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or other related fields.

Is there a GPA requirement for this internship?

Yes, a GPA of 3.0 or above is desired.

What types of projects will interns work on?

Interns will work on projects related to power systems resilience and security, including energy infrastructure modernization, critical infrastructure security, and defense critical infrastructure.

Are there specific skills or tools that interns should be familiar with?

Yes, interns should have exposure to topics such as power systems, industrial control systems, and relevant tools like Matlab/Simulink, PowerWorld, Python, or C++.

Will interns have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the program includes opportunities to participate in professional and technical development activities, attend seminars, and network with fellow interns and Lab employees.

Is there a requirement for a security clearance?

No security clearance is required, but this position involves U.S. Export Control, and work must be performed by a U.S. person.

Are there any drug testing requirements for this position?

Yes, external applicants selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test, including testing for marijuana.

Can interns present their work during the program?

Yes, interns are required to present their work in at least one seminar or poster session.

Is there a possibility of working in a team environment?

Yes, the position emphasizes the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a premier applied science laboratory that is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration within the Department of Energy. LLNL's mission is strengthening national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond with vision, quality, integrity, and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance. The Laboratory's science and engineering are being applied to achieve breakthroughs for counterterrorism and nonproliferation, defense and intelligence, energy and environmental security. The world-class programs and capabilities at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory span one square mile, what many consider to be "the smartest square mile on Earth."​