About the role#
As a Predictive Modeling Intern, you will work with the Failure Analysis and New Technologies teams to develop statistical models that evaluate and predict component failures and risk. This role involves hands-on experience with real-world datasets and advanced modeling techniques, spanning predictive modeling, data science, and power engineering.
What you'll do#
- Collect, clean, and integrate datasets while building data pipelines from internal sources to support analytics and operational insights.
- Support the development, testing, and maintenance of statistical or machine learning workflows using team tools and cloud platforms, such as Foundry and AWS, under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Create dashboards, reports, and data summaries to communicate findings and support engineering and operational decision-making.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master’s, or PhD degree in Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.
- Must be continuing education toward a degree during or after the internship.
- Proficiency in Python.
- Strong foundation in statistics or machine learning.
- Preference for candidates pursuing a PhD in Engineering, Statistics, or Data Science with an emphasis on power systems.
Location & details#
- Location: Danville, California.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is a utility provider based in Oakland, California. It operates as a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation and manages the transmission and delivery of natural gas and electricity. The company serves approximately 15 million people across northern and central California. Its infrastructure includes over 140,000 miles of electric distribution lines and tens of thousands of miles of gas pipelines.
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