- Company Name
- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
- Job Title
- EEIP Undergrad Intern - Electricity Infrastructure & Buildings Research
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
EEIP Undergrad Intern – Electricity Infrastructure & Buildings Research
**Role Summary**
A 10‑week paid summer internship for undergraduate students focused on research in electricity infrastructure and building systems. Interns work with a mentor and a research group within one of four technical focus areas: Power Systems Engineering, Energy System Analytics & Control, Building System Sciences & Engineering, or Policy, Markets & Deployment.
**Expectations**
- Enrolled in an undergraduate program with coursework in electrical, mechanical, architectural, systems engineering, data science, energy policy, or economics.
- Able to begin either May 26 2026 or June 19 2026 and remain for the full 10‑week term.
- Demonstrated interest in sustainable energy, grid modernization, or building efficiency.
- Commitment to actively participate in team research, attend weekly cohort sessions, and engage in professional development activities.
**Key Responsibilities**
1. Collaborate with project mentors and team members to develop and implement research projects in the assigned technical area.
2. Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and analysis using modeling, simulation, or analytics tools.
3. Prepare research reports, presentations, and draft publications or technical notes.
4. Assist in experimental design, prototype testing, or data validation related to power systems, building performance, or energy market analysis.
5. Participate in lab safety training, policy briefings, and interdisciplinary outreach as required.
**Required Skills**
- Strong analytical and quantitative abilities; proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar for data analysis or modeling.
- Basic understanding of electric power systems, building energy modeling, or energy economics as relevant to the chosen focus area.
- Excellent written and verbal communication for technical reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
- Familiarity with research ethics, data management, and reproducible science practices.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s program (Electrical, Mechanical, Architectural, Systems Engineering, Data Science, Energy Policy/Economics, or related field).
- No specific certifications required; relevant coursework in power systems, control theory, building energy systems, or energy economics is preferred.
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