Intern in the Network Control Centre (80-100%)

About the job

Electricity powers our lives. And we move electricity. Every day, we commit ourselves to the security of supply on the network side in Switzerland. On behalf of Switzerland and in cooperation with international partners, our employees ensure a powerful and reliable electricity grid.

We offer a student the opportunity to shape their entry into the energy sector with a 12-month internship. You will gain a comprehensive insight into the heart of the Swiss electricity supply, get to know the processes in the network control centre, and actively work on projects as well as data-based analyses. For our team in the network control centre in Aarau, we are looking for a motivated individual as of 1 February 2027 for the position of

Intern in the Network Control Centre (80-100%) - 1666

Ensuring electricity in Switzerland

In this exciting internship at the network control centre in Aarau, you will support the Balancing & Scheduling team in the further development of operational applications and processes. You will gain a unique insight into the system operation of the Swiss transmission grid and take on varied tasks:

• Assisting with the analysis and processing of special events and disturbances in system operation
• Co-designing and automating digital processes using data and AI
• Supporting the creation and further development of training materials
• Collaborating on projects and special tasks of the team management

What makes the difference

You are an open-minded person with an independent, analytical working style and an interest in technical contexts. You enjoy delving into new topics and getting to know the operation of the Swiss transmission grid. Additionally, you bring the following:

• University or university of applied sciences degree in electrical engineering or a comparable technical field
• Strong interest in the processes and environment of the transmission grid
• Good programming and tool skills (GitHub, Databricks, Python, etc.)
• Basic knowledge in the field of energy systems is an advantage
• Very good Microsoft Office skills
• Very good German and good English skills; French skills are a plus

How we inspire you

With us, you will gain a comprehensive insight into the various facets of operating the Swiss transmission grid, from the network control centre and network management to the energy market and system services. In addition, we offer you:

• Versatile and exciting tasks in a company unique to Switzerland
• 25 days of annual leave plus company holidays between Christmas and New Year
• A state-of-the-art working environment in close proximity to Aarau station within a young and motivated team

About us

The System Operations and Market Operations departments are responsible for the real-time operation of the Swiss high-voltage grid. With around 120 employees, we ensure that Switzerland always has enough electricity and that the frequency in the transmission grid remains at 50 Hertz. To achieve this, we work around the clock in shifts in one of the most modern control centres in Europe.

Our team mainly works in the control centre in Aarau. It consists of electrical engineers and technicians with diverse experiences and backgrounds. What unites us is high motivation, personal responsibility, and the joy of collegial collaboration.