After jumping on an engineering study path, Luvha Shrestha specialised in electrical to make a real impact on tackling the climate crisis
Electrical engineering student Luvha is currently studying a Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) and has just completed an electrical engineering internship at Horizon Power – an opportunity she scored through The Australian Power Institute (API).
One of the coolest parts of the internship was sizing standalone power systems (SPS), which consist of batteries, solar panels and generators. She also enjoyed going on site to commission SPS equipment. “Commissioning is always really interesting because it involves lots of problem solving and executing the work you’ve been doing in the office, which is very fulfilling.”
If you’re interested in working in electrical engineering, Luvha says there are lots of opportunities to design and optimise systems that integrate new renewable energy sources into the grid.
She also recommends taking advantage of programs like the API Power UP Scholarship, and leadership development programs like the API POWERful Women program. “This not only connects you with companies for placements, but also provides lots of opportunities to be actively involved in the industry.”
Luvha’s study path + internships
- Bachelor of Science (Engineering Science and Management), University of Western Australia
- Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering), University of Western Australia (ongoing)
- Technology Undergraduate Intern, BHP
- Refinery Electrical Engineering Intern, Alcoa
- Reliability Engineering Intern, BHP
- Electrical Engineering Intern, Horizon Power
This article was produced in partnership with The Australian Power Institute and first appeared in Careers with STEM: Net Zero 2024.
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