Student Internships - Electrical Engineering

The energy landscape is in transition, but the rate at which it will happen, and with what means, creates a large source of uncertainty for many of our customers. As an independent partner, we support our customers coping with these challenges managing risks by balancing the Energy Trilemma of affordability, sustainability, and reliability.

This page provides an overview of our departments and available topics for internship or thesis projects. It is designed for students pursuing a Bachelor’s or University degree, particularly with a specialization in Electrical Engineering.

Are you an enthusiastic student who wants to be part of the world’s leading and independent energy advisory firm? Do you enjoy collaborating with knowledgeable and engaged colleagues? Take up the challenge with us and Let's be Future Ready!

DNV Energy Systems is looking for Interns based in Arnhem to support projects in our Northern Europe region.

About our departments:

• Digital System Operation: The Digital System Operations Department helps drive the digital transformation of power grids for our customers who are seeking Operational Technology Solutions.
• Power System Planning: The Power System Planning Department supports customers in Grid System Analysis & Design, Grid System Operations, and Integration of Renewables.
• Asset Management: The Asset Management Department delivers consultancy services in the following domains: Network Asset Management, Power Failure Investigation, Power Cables, and Oil Analyses.
• T&D Technology Advisory: The Transmission & Distribution Department delivers specialized and innovative consultancy services to our customers, mainly in Transmission and Distribution System Operators, Power Utilities and Industries.
• Energy Markets and Strategy: The Department is part of a global DNV network. It is a team of specialists in energy markets, emerging technologies, the hydrogen value chain and decarbonization strategies for industries.

Possible internship and graduation assignments include various topics such as Transmissions & Distribution, Power system Planning, Digital System Operations, Asset Management and Energy markets.

Please review the department details and internship topics before applying. In the open question section of the application, let us know which option best fits your educational background and interests, and why. Please know this is a pipeline vacancy, meaning that we will contact you at the time of active requirement of a student Intern.

As an intern or graduate, you will be working on projects that build the energy transition from a combination of technical and economic analysis. Your deliverables contribute to both a factual understanding of business options as well as service development for DNV.

For all our internships and graduation projects, we require individuals with a self-enabling attitude concerning reaching the project goals. You may also be asked to identify market opportunities, introduce the project results with potential customers and connect with related existing services.

In doing so, you will:

• Develop your knowledge of the Energy System.
• Develop new tools or models.
• Be given the opportunity and guidance to grow to a future consulting role where you execute, lead and sell projects.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for an intern who is a team player, enthusiastic, and who actively contributes to the success of our team and collaborates to create results. At the same time, you will be required to keep track of the long-term goals of your project and prioritize your actions where required.

And also:

• You are motivated to learn about understanding the technical consequences of a business decision as well as the business consequences of a technical decision.
• Your verbal and written communication skills in English are strong.
• You are proactive and flexible.
• You take responsibility for your tasks and competencies.
• You are curious, interested, and engaged.

What we’re offering

• The opportunity to develop broadly within our company
• A dynamic and international environment
• An inspiring and creative work environment
• Support and guidance of your personal development
• A laptop and an intern allowance

For more questions on specific topics please contact Archana Sheoran, Corporate Recruiter, on LinkedIn. Note: Please note that this is a pipeline role, which means the process may take a little longer than usual. Your application will be reviewed with care, and we’ll reach out as soon as an opportunity aligns with your background and skills. Thank you for your patience and for considering a future with DNV — we appreciate your interest in growing your journey with us.