2025 Distributed Energy Resource Planning Intern

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Agency • Greentech • Energy
The Role
The internship involves supporting the Distributed Energy Resource Planning group with technical screenings, data evaluation, impact studies, and model validation related to the interconnection of distributed energy resources to the electric distribution system.
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Coop/Intern candidates pursuing an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering focused on Power System (Master or Ph.D) are welcomed to apply.
This internship is with the Distributed Energy Resource (DER) Planning group responsible for the interconnection of DER projects to the Eversource electric distribution system in New Hampshire. Gathering of electric system data and DER data for review and evaluation and; determination of the DER project impact is a prime objective of DER Planning.

Successful candidates will primarily be involved on preparing DER pre-application reports (technical screenings), DER Fast Track Screenings, and interfacing with other engineering groups within the company to obtain technical data. In addition, successful candidates will be also involved with DER system impact study case preparation, model validation and power flow analysis. Previous hands-on power flow software experience and Distribution/DER knowledge is high desirable.   

A distributed energy resource (DER) is a small-scale energy resource that can be used to generate and store electricity. DERs can be connected to a distribution utility's wires or installed on a customer's premises. They can include:

  • Reciprocating engines
  • Combustion turbines
  • Energy storage systems
  • Hydrogenerators
  • Rooftop solar panels
  • Battery storage
  • Wind turbines
  • Fuel cells
  • Microturbines

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

  • Proficient with Synergi and PSCAD or similar software tools.
  • Strong understanding of power system concepts such as power system analysis for both steady-state and transient, power distribution, DER interconnection, power system protection.

Worker Type:

HRIS – Contractor

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.  Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.  The annual salary range for this position is:

Worker Type:

HRIS - Contractor

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

Top Skills

Electrical Engineering
Power System Analysis
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The Company
HQ: Hartford, CT
6,439 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 3.7 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team- diverse, talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.

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