Country France City PALAISEAU Workplace location PALAISEAU-LE NEXT(FRA) Employer company TotalEnergies OneTech Domain Research Innovation&Developpt Type of contract Internship Contract duration 6 Months Experience Less than 3 years Context & Environment

This internship focuses on understanding the dynamics of Frequency Containment Reserve (FCR) and Frequency Restoration Reserve (FRR) in the European electricity market. The selected candidate will explore how these markets are formed, their operational purposes, and the challenges in determining the reserve need, especially in the context of increasing renewable integration and evolving market design. The analysis starts in analyzing historical data. This analysis will provide insights into how to predict the reserve need in the future. To perform such forecasts, various statistical approaches can be employed. By applying these techniques to past market trends and reserve requirements, it is possible to develop reliable predictions that support strategic decision-making for reserve procurement.

Activities

As a Forecast reserve needs in European electricity markets M/F trainee, your missions will be:

• Investigate historical demand and pricing trends in FCR and FRR markets across Europe.

• Assess the impact of renewable energy penetration and market design changes.

• Develop insights and forecasting models to anticipate future reserve needs.

• Contribute to strategic modeling efforts supporting TotalEnergies’ market positioning.

You will evolve within a team of experienced professionals and with a tutor-coach, the reference for your future profession. Individualized support will help you develop your autonomy and lead you to your diploma!

Candidate Profile

Currently enrolled in an engineering school or master’s program in the electrical engineering field, are you looking for a 6-month end-of-study internship starting in February 2026?

Do you have experience in electrical engineering and knowledge of energy systems, or applied mathematics/economics? Do you have interest in power system operations, electricity markets, and data analysis?

Are you comfortable with office automation and familiar with the Office suite? Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or optimization tools is a plus

Are you a self-starter, rigorous and a team player?

Can you take the initiative?

A professional command of English will be essential for this position. Good writing skills and basic French are a plus.

So don't wait any longer, apply to join our team!

Additional Information

This offer is for a full-time, contractual internship; alternating internships are not possible.

To apply, please attach a CV + cover letter (your internship dates must be indicated).

Cette offre concerne un stage conventionné à temp plein, les stages alternés ne sont possibles.
 Pour postuler, merci de joindre un CV + lettre de motivation (vos dates de stage doivent être indiquées).

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.