Electric Transmission Planning Engineer Intern

Electric Transmission Planning Engineer Intern

Job Type:
Internship

Pay Range $22.33 to $29.49

Location Colorado Springs, CO

Date First Posted 3/2/26

Applications are being accepted through: 3/9/26

* If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

• Modeling & System Studies
  • Build and update power flow models using PSS®E, Power
    
    GEM TARA, and other planning tools
  • Perform power flow, contingency (N‑1), and voltage performance analyses for summer and winter peak conditions
  • Support ongoing transmission planning assessments, including NERC/WECC reliability compliance studies
• Project Support
  • Contribute to planning evaluations for substation upgrades, transmission line improvements, new load connections, and DER integrations
  • Assist with scenario development, data validation, and study documentation
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Summarize study results in clear engineering memos and presentations
  • Present your work to the Transmission Planning team near the end of the internship
• Team Collaboration
  • Work directly with engineers in Transmission Planning, System Protection, Substation Engineering, and Distribution Planning
  • Participate in technical meetings and contribute to project discussions

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Systems, or a related field; completed coursework in Power systems, Circuit analysis and Electrical machines is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with power flow modeling tools (PSS®E, Power World, Power
  
  GEM TARA)
• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams and system topology
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Excel; basic programming (Python/Matlab) is a plus
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities

• Training provided in power flow modeling tools (PSS®E, Power World, Power
  
  GEM TARA)
• Real-world engineering experience impacting community infrastructure
• Mentorship from experienced power system engineers
• Networking with multiple engineering groups across the utility
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment

* This is an on-site, non-remote/non-telecommuting position*

* Hourly rate is dependent on year completed of academic degree, e.g., second year complete, third year complete, etc.*

* Candidates MUST be enrolled in a degree seeking program (Associates/Bachelors/Masters) and be able to provide documentation if requested. Enrollment in a certification program does not qualify.*

• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or small amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.

Colorado Springs Utilities is the largest community owned, not-for-profit, four-service utility in the nation. For 100 years, we have provided Colorado Springs with safe, reliable and competitively‑priced electric, natural gas, water and wastewater services. We care about our community’s well‑being, support local business and have an interest in all things that help make Colorado Springs a great place to live, work and play.

Be a part of a unique, customer‑owned and operated four‑service utility. With our rare distinction of providing four utility services — natural gas, electricity, water, and wastewater treatment — we offer a varied, fast‑paced work culture teeming with potential.

Colorado Springs Utilities infuses corporate responsibility and safety into daily business operations with the foundation of decision‑making focused on our community owners, employees, and environment. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to contribute ideas and solutions in an engaging, dynamic team…