EHS Project Construction Review Intern

NYPA • White Plains, NY

9h

About The Position

The New York Power Authority (NYPA) is seeking an EHS Project Construction Review Intern to support the EHS team with contractor construction and maintenance projects across New York State. The intern will help review contractor safety and environmental documentation—including Health and Safety Plans (HASPs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safe Work Plans, and other project submittals—to help ensure they meet NYPA requirements. The position also supports tracking project compliance activities, maintaining records, and following up on open action items, while coordinating with teams across generation, transmission, canals, and other business areas.

The role offers hands-on exposure to EHS programs, project planning, field operations, construction safety, environmental compliance, and contractor oversight through field visits, safety observations, and project meetings. The paid 10-week Summer Developmental Internship runs from June 8 through August 13, 2026. Interns receive professional development, on-the-job experience in the energy industry, exposure to executives, and networking opportunities. Applications close December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an associate’s, undergraduate, or graduate program at a college or university is required.
• Recent graduates are not eligible for the Developmental Internship program.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship, June 8 through August 13, 2026.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask with competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team.
• Ability to provide positive customer service for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the EHS team with contractor construction and maintenance projects across New York State.
• Assist with reviewing contractor safety and environmental documentation, including HASPs, JHAs, Safe Work Plans, and other project-related submittals.
• Help track project compliance activities, maintain records, and follow up on open action items.
• Coordinate with project teams across generation, transmission, canals, and other business areas to promote safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in field visits, safety observations, and project meetings.
• Participate in department-specific projects, analysis, research methods, and project management activities.
• Support the team in developing business solutions that contribute to NYPA’s VISION2030 strategic goals.
• Research industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to continuous program improvement.
• Complete other projects as assigned, which will vary based on focus area.

Benefits

• Paid 10-week Summer Developmental Internship.
• Professional development.
• On-the-job experience in the energy industry.
• Exposure to executives.
• Networking opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed