Intern

  • Aarau
  • -
Participate in the power supply in Switzerland

In this exciting position, you will be carrying out power system simulations and grid calculations (state estimation, load flow, short-circuit, contingency analysis, etc.). You will also be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Modelling of the electrical grid of Switzerland
  • Analyzing the conformity of the Swiss Individual Network Models (IGM) with international standards (CGMES, CIM, etc.)
  • Following CGMES-related ENSTO-E processes (CGMS, OPDE, etc.)
  • Working in collaboration with other departments in Swissgrid

 

This is how you make the difference

For this internship, we are looking for a team player with a reliable, structured and quality-conscious way of working. You must also have the following:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, ideally with a focus on power systems, or an equivalent qualification 
  • Very good knowledge of network analysis functions such as load flow, state estimation, contingency analysis
  • Experience in the use of offline electrical simulation tools (e.g., PSS/E, ODMS, Simulink, etc.) and in script programming (e.g., Python) 
  • Very good knowledge of English enables you to communicate effectively (knowledge of German or French is an advantage)

 

What we offer

We offer you varied and exciting tasks in a unique company that is responsible for the most critical infrastructure in Switzerland. Alongside your challenging tasks at Swissgrid, you will benefit from the following advantages: 

  • Flexible working hours (42 hours per week), incl. options for working from home
  • 25-30 days of annual leave, as well as company holiday between Christmas and New Year
  • Progressive social benefits and an attractive pension scheme
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Financial support and/or time off for internal or external training courses
  • Competitive remuneration and payment for good performance

 

About us
  • We are a highly motivated and very collegial team consisting of 7 employees
  • We work closely with the control center and internal IT
  • We are passionate about network security and carrying out work on the network
     


We offer you varied and exciting tasks in a unique company that is responsible for the most critical infrastructure in Switzerland. Alongside your challenging tasks at Swissgrid, you will benefit from the following advantages:

  • Flexible working hours (42 hours a week)
  • 25-30 days of holiday, as well as company holiday between Christmas and New Year
  • Progressive social benefits and an attractive pension scheme
  • Financial support and/or time off for internal or external training courses