Intern Power Supply presso Old Dominion Electric Cooperative (ODEC)

Purpose of Job: 

Junior, senior or graduate student currently attending an accredited college to perform research, analysis and modeling under supervision of the ODEC power supply team.  Assignments serve to offer practical experience and exposure to research within power generation, understanding of power supply portfolios, and analysis in the energy industry and the electric cooperative environment.  This opportunity is performed in ODEC’s Glen Allen, Virginia home office.

 Essential responsibilities include:

• Research and compile public information on the cost and operating parameters of various types of power generation.
• Prepare reports to present the research in a clear and concise manner.
• Participate in compiling modeling information and evaluation of various modeling techniques.
• Assist in analyzing the value of the forward power supply and natural gas portfolio.

Work Experience: 

• Currently enrolled in and attending an accredited college as a junior, senior or graduate student studying computer science, mathematics, statistics, operations research, engineering or economics

 Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact and collaborate with individuals and teams at all levels.
• Ability to effectively research and analyze power industry-related information.
• Organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

 Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

• Programming experience strongly preferred.
• Electric utility and cooperative knowledge and experience preferred.

Education: Currently enrolled in and attending an accredited college as a junior, senior or graduate student studying computer science, mathematics, statistics, operations research, engineering or economics

Travel details: Travel is not anticipated; however, occasional travel may be needed in this position.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands: 

• Daily work in an office environment
• Hand-eye coordination to use a keyboard and monitor frequently and visually view various electronic documents.
• Interact effectively with others through verbal communication, video, email and text.

Additional Information

• The Power Supply Intern opportunity runs approximately for 3-4 months.
• Minimum 20 hours per weekday during the hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Non-Exempt (hourly) position

We offer a paid internship position.  No other benefits are available for this position.  The selected individual is responsible for housing and daily transportation to the ODEC home office during the duration of the position.  Please apply via this link www.odec.com/careers by October 10, 2025 for consideration. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis.  

ODEC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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