2026 Summer Licensing and Permitting Intern (Hybrid)
About The Position
Kickstart your career with hands-on experience at New England’s largest electric utility. You’ll gain real-world exposure to the energy industry while receiving professional development, coaching, and training. Interns are valued team members, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions across a variety of projects. The Eversource Intern & Co-op program is designed to energize your summer with hands-on learning, leadership exposure, and real-world impact. From day one, interns dive into immersive experiences like “Our Business, Our Future” with senior leaders, skill-building sessions through LinkedIn Learning and Toastmasters, and thought-provoking Catalyst Conversations covering everything from clean energy to customer experience. We promote wellness through virtual health sessions and encourage giving back with volunteer opportunities. Career exploration, networking panels, and our Intern Showcase ensure you're not just observing — you're contributing. Top it off with National Intern Day fun and you’ve got a summer that’s anything but ordinary! The Licensing & Permitting team provides project support for maintenance and new construction projects across Eversource. This includes developing permitting strategies, conducting outreach and consultations with local, state, and federal agencies, managing outside consultant services, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing mitigation requirements—all with attention to cost and schedule. As a Licensing & Permitting Co-op, you will support the Environmental Affairs Department by assisting with environmental reviews, permitting processes, and compliance activities for electric and gas operations.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and access to a personally owned vehicle.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and GIS software.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Currently enrolled as at least a second-year student in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or Environmental Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Conduct environmental reviews using GIS mapping, remote desktop applications, and on-site field inspections for maintenance and new construction projects.
- Assist in determining necessary permits and protective measures for wetland resource areas, endangered species, flood zones, and hazardous sites/materials.
- Prepare maintenance notification letters to ensure clear communication between Eversource and regulatory agencies.
- Support permitting strategy development and outreach efforts.
- Supervise consultant groups during site visits and inspections.
- Collaborate with Environmental Affairs, Engineering, and Operations teams.
Benefits
- Practical experience in a dynamic work environment
- Career development and mentorship
- Exposure to diverse on-the-job tasks and experienced teams
- Opportunities available in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
