Summer 2027 Internship Program: Distribution Planning & Asset Management - Hopedale, MA
About The Position
This Summer 2027 Gridtern internship supports National Grid’s Distribution Asset Management & Engineering team in Hopedale, Massachusetts. The team works with Customer Operations, Electric Operations, and Distribution Design to improve the reliability, performance, and modernization of the electric distribution system. The intern will gain practical experience in electric distribution engineering and asset management, working with engineers and cross-functional teams on customer needs and grid reliability. The intern must reside within a commutable distance of the designated work location during the internship and within National Grid’s existing service footprint.
Requirements
- Must be available to start Monday, May 24, 2027, and work full-time, 40 hours per week, for the duration of the summer.
- Must be registered as a full-time student and continue full-time education through the Fall 2027 semester.
- Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Electric Power Engineering.
- Must have accumulated at least 18 credits and be at least 18 years old.
- Must have work authorization that does not require current or future U.S. visa sponsorship, including CPT or OPT.
- Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and a safe driving history compliant with National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
- Must reside within National Grid’s existing footprint and within a reasonable, commutable distance of the assigned primary office.
Responsibilities
- Assist with evaluating customer and distributed generation interconnection requests.
- Analyze system performance and reliability data.
- Investigate power quality concerns.
- Support grid modernization initiatives.
- Work alongside engineers and cross-functional teams on electric distribution engineering and asset management activities.
- Participate in training and development activities during the internship.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to meaningful work.
- Opportunity to explore career opportunities and learn about the energy industry.
- Networking with National Grid professionals.
- Personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship.
- Opportunity to develop career skills, confidence, and experience.
- Hourly wage based on major, degree type, and class year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
