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Active Distribution System Control and Protection Intern- Summer 2026

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Active Distribution System Control and Protection Intern- Summer 2026

ABB

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

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On-site

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Internship

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1mo ago

Compensation

$41,600 - $70,720

Required Skills

Matlab/Simulink

Python

C++

C#

JavaScript

Internship

  • Electrical Systems

About the Role

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to: Electrical Systems Department Manager

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through various projects. Each day, you will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed. You will also showcase your skills by supporting ABB's operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities.

The work model for the role is onsite/hybrid in Raleigh, NC.

Responsibilities

You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Conduct literature survey and benchmarking to assess the state of art methods for a given problem
  • Actively participate in applied research activities in the area of active distribution system, especially LVDC and MVDC distribution and microgrid, resulting in proofs of concept, prototypes, patents, and/or academic publications
  • Contribute to the promotion of the application of active distribution solutions within ABB's customer industries, and develop prototype solutions using hardware-in-loop testing environment, such as Opal-RT
  • Control schemes of different types of power electronics converters using Matlab/Simulink
  • Control schemes of distribution systems, such as secondary control and tertiary control
  • Protection schemes of distribution systems, such as protection devices, converter fault current limiting, and protection coordination
  • Living ABB's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues, and the business

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a degree program in the US
  • Must be currently authorized to work for ABB in the US
  • PhD or master's student in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (PhD preferred)
  • Knowledge of distribution system apparatus and operations is a big plus
  • Knowledge of different types of power electronics converters and converter control
  • Knowledge of power system fault protection
  • Modeling and simulation expertise in Matlab/Simulink and Opal-RT
  • Knowledge and experience with active distribution system modeling systems
  • Knowledge of Python, C++, C#, JavaScript, or other object-oriented programming languages and concepts for data processing and analytics
  • Willingness to quickly acquire in-depth knowledge of new technologies and application domains

Why ABB?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

We Care

At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We Grow

We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

Compensation & Benefits

Internships at ABB within the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off. The hourly rate is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications, graduation year and experience. This position is expected to pay between $20 - $34 per hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

  • As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M.
  • 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

How to Apply

Do you want to shape the future, together with us? Get more insights into our recruitment process and find some helpful tips and tricks how to join the team. Make our story your story.

Visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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About ABB

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ABB is a multinational technology corporation that provides electrification, robotics, automation, and motion solutions for industrial and infrastructure applications.

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Employees

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Headquarters

Reviews

3.5

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Work Life Balance

3.0

Compensation

2.0

Culture

2.5

Career

3.5

Management

2.0

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Pros

Award ceremonies and achievement recognition

Professional experience opportunities

Relevant marketing and writing experience

Cons

Awards only recognize sales and leadership teams

Auxiliary departments excluded and understaffed

No cost of living raises provided

Salary Ranges

405 data points

Mid/L4

Senior/L5

Mid/L4 · Project Manager

102 reports

$117,433

total / year

Base

$109,179

Stock

-

Bonus

$8,254

$79,130

$175,443

Interview Experience

5 interviews

Difficulty

3.8

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

20%

Experience

Positive 0%

Neutral 60%

Negative 40%

Interview Process

1

Application Review

2

Phone Screen

3

Technical Interview

4

System Design/Panel Interview

5

Onsite/Final Round

6

Offer Decision

Common Questions

Technical Knowledge

System Design

Behavioral/STAR

Past Experience

Problem Solving