Internship, Power Systems Modeling , Energy Engineering (Fall 2026)
Tesla · Palo Alto, CA · 6 days ago
On-siteInformation Technology$20–$50/hrInternship
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain RMS and EMT models for inverter-based resources, including utility-scale battery energy storage systems
- Perform steady-state, dynamic, and grid compliance studies using industry-standard simulation tools and Python-based workflows
- Evaluate the impact of inverter-based resources on bulk power systems and microgrid performance and stability
- Support model validation activities through comparison of simulation results with test data and engineering expectations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate control design, grid integration, and system performance challenges
What You'll Bring
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems or related field
- Strong foundation in power system analysis and classical control theory
- Hands-on experience with dynamic modeling and simulation of inverter-based resources
- Knowledge of grid-forming and grid-following inverter controls and their application in large-scale energy storage systems
- Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink and Python for modeling, analysis, and automation
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Experience with EMT simulation tools such as PSCAD is a plus
- Experience with positive-sequence simulation tools such as PSS®E, PowerFactory, PSLF, or TSAT is a plus
- Experience developing, modifying, or validating user-defined dynamic models in PowerFactory, PSS®E, or TSAT is a plus
- Familiarity with small-signal modeling, stability analysis, and control design for inverter-based resources is a plus
Benefits
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans. Both have an option with a $0 payroll contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
Pay
Expected Compensation $20.00 - $50.00/hour + benefits