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Power Systems Engineering roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, covering grid design, transmission planning, and protection systems work. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with employer documentation. Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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The California ISO is currently taking general applications for university or graduate students majoring in Electrical Engineering or related fields for internship positions in the summer of 2026. There are several groups inside the organization where you could further develop and utilize your skill set in this area! The selection process (with more details on the 2026 summer assignments) will begin shortly. The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7. As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers. The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Our purpose is to lead the way to tomorrow's energy network. Your work as an intern can impact millions of people who depend on electricity for their everyday lives.
- You will get "real world" experience to begin or further your career pursuits in the energy industry. This is a paid intern position for 10-12 weeks during summer 2026.
- You get to work on interesting and challenging assignments that will help grow your skill set.
- Opportunities to interact with the CEO and the Executive team of the ISO.
- Invitations to seminars on the latest energy industry topics such as renewables, electric cars, and micro grids.
- Social activities with other interns.
- You have the opportunity to work at our "green" LEED certified Folsom, California campus with some of the brightest people in the industry if you are local.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Past Assignments have included work such as:
- Participation in project implementation teams to ensure successful implementation of key power systems software applications projects.
- Learn about our new Energy Management System (EMS) software and upgrade.
- Perform outage studies, application testing, tool development, and modeling updates.
- Create new tools and other automations to support outage studies and improve efficiencies of processes.
- Use engineering models to identify market impacts and present reports subject to industry, regulatory, and peer review.
QUALIFICATIONS
Level of Education and Discipline:
- Currently in an Undergraduate, Master’s degree (MS), or PhD program in Electrical Engineering or related field. Degree program with a Power systems focus strongly desired.
- Graduating December of 2026 or later.
Amount of Experience:
- Previous internships, research, or work experience within the electric industry is desired.
- Research and or studies in the energy industry highly desired.
Type of Experience:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Good presentation, oral and written communication skills highly desirable.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required.
Additional skills and abilities:
- Strong understanding of Power Systems concepts.
- Familiarity running power flow studies within PSLF, PSSE, PowerWorld, or MATLAB desired.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The pay range for power systems engineer interns at the CAISO is $28 - $33 per hour.
INTRODUCTION
The California ISO is currently taking general applications for university or graduate students majoring in Electrical Engineering or related fields for internship positions in the summer of 2026. There are several groups inside the organization where you could further develop and utilize your skill set in this area! The selection process (with more details on the 2026 summer assignments) will begin shortly. The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7. As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers. The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Our purpose is to lead the way to tomorrow's energy network. Your work as an intern can impact millions of people who depend on electricity for their everyday lives.
- You will get "real world" experience to begin or further your career pursuits in the energy industry. This is a paid intern position for 10-12 weeks during summer 2026.
- You get to work on interesting and challenging assignments that will help grow your skill set.
- Opportunities to interact with the CEO and the Executive team of the ISO.
- Invitations to seminars on the latest energy industry topics such as renewables, electric cars, and micro grids.
- Social activities with other interns.
- You have the opportunity to work at our "green" LEED certified Folsom, California campus with some of the brightest people in the industry if you are local.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Past Assignments have included work such as:
- Participation in project implementation teams to ensure successful implementation of key power systems software applications projects.
- Learn about our new Energy Management System (EMS) software and upgrade.
- Perform outage studies, application testing, tool development, and modeling updates.
- Create new tools and other automations to support outage studies and improve efficiencies of processes.
- Use engineering models to identify market impacts and present reports subject to industry, regulatory, and peer review.
QUALIFICATIONS
Level of Education and Discipline:
- Currently in an Undergraduate, Master’s degree (MS), or PhD program in Electrical Engineering or related field. Degree program with a Power systems focus strongly desired.
- Graduating December of 2026 or later.
Amount of Experience:
- Previous internships, research, or work experience within the electric industry is desired.
- Research and or studies in the energy industry highly desired.
Type of Experience:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Good presentation, oral and written communication skills highly desirable.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required.
Additional skills and abilities:
- Strong understanding of Power Systems concepts.
- Familiarity running power flow studies within PSLF, PSSE, PowerWorld, or MATLAB desired.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The pay range for power systems engineer interns at the CAISO is $28 - $33 per hour.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Power Systems Engineering
Frame your credentials around U.S. engineering standards
CBP officers assess whether your degree and job duties align with the Engineer TN category. A Canadian P.Eng. or Mexican título profesional in electrical engineering maps cleanly, but translate any institution-specific nomenclature into terms the officer will recognize immediately.
Target utilities and ISO operators directly
Regional Transmission Organizations and investor-owned utilities file TN support letters routinely for power systems roles. Identify employers with active NERC-compliance teams or grid modernization projects, where specialized transmission and protection engineering skills create clear, documentable specialty occupation need.
Get your job offer letter to cover all TN requirements
The support letter your employer writes must state your job title, duties, intended start date, and that a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required for the role. Missing any of these details at the port of entry or consulate causes delays you could have avoided.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already familiar with TN
Many utilities and engineering consultancies have sponsored TN visas before and won't need hand-holding on the process. Search Migrate Mate to identify Power Systems Engineering roles at employers with documented sponsorship history, then focus your applications there first.
Clarify your role scope before the Mexican consular interview
Mexican nationals applying at a U.S. consulate should prepare a one-page duty summary distinguishing power systems engineering work from general electrical contracting. Consular officers occasionally conflate the two, so a clear breakdown of your specific grid analysis or relay coordination duties prevents unnecessary refusal.
Plan your TN renewal around project timelines, not visa expiry
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with unlimited renewals. If your employer is mid-project at renewal time, ask them to renew six months out rather than waiting. Your renewal support letter should reflect your current salary and duties, not your original offer, to accurately represent your role at the time of extension.
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Find Power Systems Engineering JobsPower Systems Engineering TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Power Systems Engineering qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. Power Systems Engineering falls under the USMCA Engineer occupational category, which explicitly covers electrical engineering disciplines. Your degree must be in electrical engineering or a closely related field, and your job duties must align with engineering work rather than general technical support or project management without a technical foundation.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Power Systems Engineering roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be approved at the port of entry the same day for Canadians. H-1B requires a lottery entry in March, a months-long USCIS adjudication, and an October 1 start date. For a qualified Canadian or Mexican power systems engineer, TN is faster and more predictable than H-1B in nearly every scenario.
Where can I find Power Systems Engineering jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN sponsorship. It surfaces Power Systems Engineering positions at employers who already understand the TN process, so you're not starting the education process from scratch with every recruiter you contact.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that confirms your job title, a description of your duties, your start date, and that the role requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Canadians present this letter at the port of entry alongside their degree credentials. Mexican nationals submit it as part of their consular visa application package.
Can I work for multiple employers or as a contractor on a TN visa in a Power Systems Engineering role?
TN status ties you to the specific employer named in your support letter. Consulting arrangements are possible if a single staffing or engineering firm sponsors your TN and you're placed at client sites through that firm. Working directly for two separate employers simultaneously requires two separate TN approvals, which CBP handles on a case-by-case basis at the port of entry.
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