Post Undergraduate Intern – Electrical Engineering

Advanced Energy Systems - Colorado School of Mines & NLR

. Assist in developing simulations for power electronic converter topologies .

Posted 9/15/2026internshipBoulder • Colorado • United StatesEntry Level💰 $39,600 - $63,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in power electronics design and control methods, with practical experience in simulations and testing for marine energy applications. Proficient in using Matlab and relevant simulation software to support research and development efforts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Power Electronics DesignControl Methods ImplementationMatlab and Matlab SimuLinkHardware-in-the-Loop TestingNumerical Design and Optimization

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Hard Skills

Power Electronics DesignControl MethodsSimulation SoftwareDesign CalculationsPower ConditioningMaximum Power Point TrackingElectric Drivetrain TechnologyNumerical DesignOptimization SoftwareLaboratory Testing

Tools & Technologies

MatlabMatlab SimuLinkTyphoon HILRSCAD (RTDS)

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or PhD in Power Electronics or Power SystemsFederal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Card

Industry Keywords

Power Electronic Converter TopologiesMarine Energy ApplicationsU.S. Department of Energy CollaborationOpen-Ocean Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in developing simulations for power electronic converter topologies
Perform design calculations for sizing passive circuit components
Define operating specifications and evaluate off-the-shelf converter solutions
Implement control methods for power capture and power conditioning, including maximum power point tracking
Work on a wide range of marine energy applications
Develop core skills and gain practical experience
Potentially publish internship contributions and work
Collaborate with the U.S. Department of Energy, industry partners, and academic institutions
Support research involving numerical design, control, and optimization software tools, laboratory testing, and open-ocean testing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months for the Post Undergraduate classification
Currently pursuing a master’s degree or PhD in power electronics or power systems
Some experience with Matlab and Matlab SimuLink or relevant real-time simulation software
Fundamental knowledge of power electronics design or electric drivetrain technology
Fundamental knowledge of typical control methods and their implementation
Hardware-in-the-loop software and testing experience is advantageous, such as Typhoon HIL or RSCAD (RTDS)
Applicants must upload official or unofficial school transcripts
Letter of recommendation required if selected
Must meet educational requirements before employment start date
Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card when required
Must pass a pre-employment drug test
Must submit an application form, cover letter, and resume
40 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match
Sick leave where required by law
Potential eligibility for performance-, merit-, and achievement-based monetary awards
Potential eligibility for relocation expense reimbursement
Robust professional development opportunities
Competitive benefits package
Potential for publishing internship contributions and work