Transmission and Market Policy Internship

Portland General Electric is offering a Transmission and Market Policy Internship in Tualatin, OR, aimed at supporting clean energy solutions. The intern will assist with the Extended Day Ahead Market onboarding, collaborating with policy experts on legal and regulatory frameworks. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, enrolled in or recently graduated from college, and possess strong analytical and communication skills.
Portland General Electric is focused on advancing clean energy solutions and enhancing energy reliability. The Policy Intern will support the implementation of the Extended Day Ahead Market (EDAM) onboarding, working alongside policy experts to align legal and regulatory frameworks and contribute to a sustainable energy future.


Responsibilities

May perform administrative, technical, or scientific tasks, such as collecting samples or completing spreadsheets, in support of department assignedMay perform research and analysis under general supervision. May gather qualitative or quantitative data and develop reports or spreadsheetsMay participate in company-sponsored internship activities
Skills

Must be at least 18 years oldA high school senior that has enrolled in a college or trade schoolA current college or trade school student who is returning to college or a trade school as a full-time studentA recent 2022-2023 college graduateMust provide verification of student status by submitting college transcript (an unofficial one is acceptable) or letter of acceptance to a college or trade school with online applicationCurrently an actively enrolled graduate student (recent graduate accepted) in good standing and pursuing a graduate degree, preferably in a field related to internshipGPA of 2.5 or higher preferredValid driver's license and history of safe driving practicesWorking computer skills using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)Working research skillsWorking knowledge of common software applications within fieldWorking accuracy skillsWorking organization and prioritization skillsWorking decision-making skillsWorking written and oral communication skillsWorking problem-solving skillsWorking analytical thinking skillsWorking interpersonal skillsAbility to adhere to set response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvementAbility to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers, and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksAbility to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch scheduleAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendanceDriving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces)Stairs (over 10 steps)Some prior work experience preferredGPA of 2.5 or higher preferred
Company Overview

Portland General Electric (PGE) is a vertically integrated electric utility engaged in the generation, purchase, transmission. It was founded in 1930, and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.portlandgeneral.com.