Intern - Market Design

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future. The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. Our summer internship programs give young professionals the opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of New York electricity markets, bulk electricity systems and how we plan for New York State’s energy future. The NYISO is seeking two Market Design Interns to support strategic initiatives focused on the evolution of New York's wholesale electricity markets. Interns will contribute to projects that evaluate how market design supports reliability, efficiency, price formation, and long-term investment signals across the electric system. Working alongside market design professionals, interns will conduct research, perform quantitative analysis, develop analytical tools, and evaluate proposed market enhancements. Project assignments may focus on areas such as capacity market design, reliability analysis, resource accreditation, transmission security, scarcity pricing, operating reserve markets, price formation, and market modeling. Interns will gain exposure to the intersection of economics, engineering, policy, and wholesale market operations while contributing to initiatives that directly support NYISO's mission.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and analysis in support of electricity market design initiatives. Evaluate market rules, pricing mechanisms, and proposed market enhancements. Analyze market, operational, and reliability data to identify trends and support decision making. Apply mathematical, statistical, economic, and engineering concepts to complex market design challenges. Support projects related to capacity market design, resource accreditation, transmission security, scarcity pricing, operating reserve markets, and price formati