Electrical Engineering, Developmental Intern

NEW YORK POWER AUTHORITY • City of White Plains, NY

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About The Position

At the New York Power Authority, you will be empowered to think big, do good, and transform the energy industry. We are a collaborative team of over 2,400 energy technologists, IT specialists, business experts, hydro engineers, and diverse professionals leading the energy revolution. With state-of-the-art technology, advanced research and development, a modernized infrastructure, and a focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG), we provide New Yorkers with low-cost, clean, reliable power — and we are well on the way to becoming the first end-to-end digital utility in the country. The Electrical Engineering group develops design solutions for NYPA's electrical assets and systems in generating plants, substations, and transmission networks.In addition, the Electrical Engineering group provides the following services:•    Performing power flow analysis of power plant electrical systems to determine performance during normal, emergency, and motor starting conditions.•    Simulating and analyzing abnormal system disturbances to identify influential system parameters and root causes.•    Analyzing failures of major electrical equipment, such as transformers, large motors, and circuit breakers, to develop corrective action plans.•    Conducting diagnostic evaluations of equipment performance.•    Supporting the Electrical Safety Program through arc flash analyses, grounding studies, and minimum approach distance (MAD) calculations.•    Conducting technical evaluations of procurement and vendor bids.•    Witnessing factory acceptance testing, start-up testing, and field testing of major electrical equipment.•    Assisting in obtaining emergency spare equipment. Our paid 10-week Summer Developmental Internship program runs from June 2 - August 7, 2026. As an Intern, you will receive professional development, on-the job experience in the energy industry, exposure to executives, and networking opportunities to help build a solid foundation for your future career. Applications will close on February 15, 2026. If you are passionate about our mission – to lead the transition to a carbon-free, economically vibrant New York through customer partnerships, innovative energy solutions, community engagement and the responsible supply of affordable, clean, and reliable electricity, we are looking for you! #LI-KM1

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task with competing priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Provide positive customer service for internal and external stakeholders
• Enrollment in an associate’s, undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university is required. Recent graduates are not eligible for our Developmental Internship program.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship from June 2 - August 7

Responsibilities

• Participate in department-specific projects, analysis, research methods and learn project management skills
• Support team in developing business solutions that contribute to NYPA’s VISION2030 strategic goals
• Research industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to the continuous improvement of our programs
• Other projects as assigned; will vary based on focus area

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees