Internship - Model quality indicators transmission power system

Internship - Model quality indicators for transmission power system

Requisition

Posting

Start Date:

07/05/2026

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

The internship takes place in the Grid Development department
, within the Power System Planning (PSP) team.

The main objective is to further develop, automate and make accessible the quality checks and quality indicators of Elia’s grid model, which is used for load‑flow studies, contingency analyses and grid development projects.

Key tasks include:

• Collecting and linking data from various internal data sources
• Performing additional network and power flow computations
• Cross‑analysing data to detect potential inconsistencies
• Developing and visualising quality indicators through dashboards
• Delivering a prototype usable in the short term and scalable for future development

Analyses will be performed mainly using Python or R, dashboarding in Excel
, and you will gain basic experience with Power Factory software.

• Master student
• Field of study:
  Engineering (preferably Civil Engineering)
• Interest in power systems and data analysis
• Knowledge of or strong interest in Python and/or R
• Analytical, structured and critical mindset
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment
• Language skills:
  • Native or fluent Dutch and/or French
  • Fluent English

• A technically challenging internship within a key infrastructure sector
• Guidance from experienced professionals
• Hands‑on experience in power system studies and data analysis
• Insight into the Belgian and European transmission system
• Reimbursement of transportation costs
• Potential opportunities after the internship
• Period: Summer period
• Duration: 4 to 8 weeks
• Driving licence: Not required

Quai Léon Monnoyer 3, 1000 Brussels

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

• A job full of variety with a top employer
  :
  Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground‑breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one‑of‑a‑kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
• Focus on personal growth and well‑being at work
  :
  Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost. At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well‑being is central.
• Development opportunities for a challenging career
  :
  At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
• A diverse team of passionate colleagues
  :
  Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!