Generator Modeling Data Verification Co-op

PJM Interconnection is a regional transmission organization (RTO) that plays a vital role in the U.S. electric system. PJM ensures the reliability of the largest centrally dispatched control area in North America by coordinating the movement of electricity in all or parts of 13 states. PJM, acting neutrally and independently, operates the largest 
competitive wholesale electricity market in the world. PJM manages a sophisticated regional planning process for generation and transmission expansion to assure 
future electric.

PJM annually collects modeling data from its generation fleet under the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) standard, MOD-032.  Job responsibilities will involve model data verification to assure PJM’s modeling data are up to date and accurately reflecting the generation characteristics in the field.

• Candidate will be using data tools (e.g. Excel) and programming (e.g. Python) to confirm data alignment between generator submitted information and PJM’s data.
• Candidate will work with generator data lead engineer to communicate with the generator owners to correct misaligned data.
• Candidate will support efforts to update PJM processes for new revisions to NERC standards associated with generator modeling.

Required Skills:

• Be self-motivated, a quick learner, resourceful
• Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills: 

• Microsoft Excel
• Python

PJM will not be providing Housing/Transportation assistance, the successful candidate must be able to come on-campus when needed.

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SESSION RUNS FROM 9/22/2025 UNTIL 3/27/2026. IF YOU CANNOT COMMIT TO EMPLOYMENT FOR THE SESSION IN ITS ENTIRETY AND/OR NEED 
TO END THE SESSION EARLIER THAN THE END DATE OF 3/27/2026, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

PJM’s uses a third party vendor to hire student workers. If you are hired for this position, DZConneX will be your employer and should be the only employer listed on your I-20, 
if hired.