ICF · 17 hours ago
2026 Summer Intern, Grid Planning
Reston, VA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerICF is a global advisory and technology services provider focused on tackling complex challenges for electric utilities. The Grid Planning Intern will support engineers in model building, conducting research on emerging technologies, and analyzing data to enhance power grid planning.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Assist distribution and transmission engineers with model building and performing studies in software like PSSE, PSCAD, CYME, ETAP, and others
Assist in design and development of renewable energy and synchronous generation sites and application to entities like ERCOT, PJM, MISO, and SPP
Assist in developing short-term and long-term load forecasts
Conduct research on emerging technologies such as hyperscalers or AI-training data centers
Analyze data on capacities, system loads, and reliability metrics to support planning studies
Draft sections of planning reports, including findings, recommendations, and technical analyses
Qualification
Required
By start date, a minimum of 30 completed college-level credit hours is required preferably in engineering related fields
Preferred
Electrical Engineering student with a focus on power systems
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
Some coding experience using programs like Python or Matlab
The ability to work with and understand technical concepts, while also being able to communicate them to non-technical personnel
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong capability to learn new technical concepts through independent research
Company
ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology services provider focused on making big things possible for our clients.
Founded in 1969
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$59MKey Investors
New York State Department of TransportationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-02-13Grant· $29M
2021-03-15Grant· $30M
2006-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
John Wasson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
James Morgan
Chief Operating Officer and EVP
Recent News
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