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ET Intern - SOC Operations Planning Engineering

Min Experience

0 years

Location

Richmond, VA

JobType

internship

About the role

MAGNOLIA

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today .

Job Summary

Dominion Energy Virginia’s Electric Transmission (ET) department is seeking motivated, engaged engineers to fill multiple vacancies. All internships are on-site and will be located at one of the following office locations: Innsbrook in Glen Allen, VA or Magnolia System Operations Center in Richmond, VA.

The System Operations Center (SOC) is responsible for supporting DE’s evolving electric transmission grid. Operators at the SOC make real-time decisions that balance electricity supply and demand to keep the lights on.

In Operations Planning Engineering: You will assist with transmission reliability studies within a 10-day window, performing N-1 contingency analysis, working on near- and long-term outage coordination, and supporting real-time operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

  • Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.
  • Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
  • Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals and theory;
  • Equally effective with working independently or in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of basic system protection practices and relays
  • Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices.

Education Requirements

Candidate must be a full-time student,

  • majoring in ABET accredited Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related program, OR
  • majoring in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Chemical, Engineering Technology or related program (non-ABET accredited), OR
  • majoring in ABET accredited Preparation Engineering Program with intentions to transfer to an ABET 4 year program.

With a graduation date of Winter 2025, Spring 2026, Winter 2026, Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Spring 2028, or Winter 2028.

Must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher.

Working Conditions

Office Work Environment 76 -100%

Outdoors Up to 25%

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Other Information

We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.

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About the company

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we're looking for you. You won't just find a job here; you'll find your career.

Skills

engineering
problem-solving
communication
system-protection
relays
codes-and-regulations