Impact Careers Contract

Research Intern: Power Markets

Council on Energy, Environment and Water

Posted

Jan 22, 2026

Location

India

Type

Contract

Mission

What you will drive

Core responsibilities:

  • Conduct secondary research on technical, regulatory, and financial bottlenecks impacting transmission utilisation in India
  • Build a baseline simulation model with time-series analysis at 15-minute intervals for a representative day or month
  • Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of adding wind generation and installing energy storage systems on transmission utilisation
  • Prepare reports or scientific publications summarizing literature review, simulation model findings, and scenario results

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role supports research on transmission infrastructure utilisation to enhance renewable energy integration, helping Gujarat optimize its power grid as it expands wind and solar capacity, ultimately contributing to more efficient and sustainable energy systems.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

Required qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline
  • Strong analytical abilities with demonstrated experience in quantitative analysis
  • Working knowledge of grid modelling and load flow analysis tools on ETAP or similar tools
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, data visualization tools, and basic programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or R)

Benefits

What's in it for you

Benefits include:

  • Above-market remuneration
  • Strong visionary leadership with emphasis on research and impact at scale
  • Opportunity to learn faster than peers in other organizations
  • Safe space for all employees
  • Surrounded by smart people who challenge and help you grow