About the job
Why Join Us?
At California ISO, we are pioneering the future of energy networks, and as an intern, your contributions can make a difference for millions who rely on electricity daily.
- Gain invaluable real-world experience that will propel your career in the energy sector. This is a paid internship lasting 10-12 weeks during the summer of 2026.
- Engage in stimulating and challenging projects that will expand your skill set.
- Network with our CEO and the Executive team, gaining insights into leadership in the energy sector.
- Attend seminars on cutting-edge topics in the energy industry, including renewables, electric vehicles, and microgrids.
- Participate in social events with fellow interns.
- For local candidates, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of our LEED-certified campus in Folsom, California, while collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry.
Your Responsibilities
Intern assignments may include:
- Developing software tools to support the dependable operation of the Grid and energy markets, providing insights into smart grid technologies and renewable resources.
- Conducting data validation and user acceptance testing (UAT), scheduling, and monitoring processes integral to energy market settlement statements and invoices.
- Creating enterprise-wide systems integration mappings, collaborating with IT Architects, UML Modelers, and QA Leads.
- Contributing technical content and sample code for the ISO’s developer.caiso.com website.
- Documenting archiving solutions for emerging technologies and developing automation solutions.
- Maintaining Oracle Database/Storage task queues, creating automation scripts, and generating capacity reports.
- Executing projects aimed at streamlining processes, enhancing transparency, and boosting departmental capabilities across the organization.

