Eversource Impact Advantage Program

Eversource Energy•Westwood, MA

About The Position

The Eversource Impact Advantage Program (IAP), in partnership with the Heebner Career Development Center (HCDC) at WPI, is a unique professional development opportunity designed to help students gain industry exposure, build meaningful connections with professionals, and prepare for future internships, co-ops, and full-time careers. Through mentorship, employer engagement, workshops, and experiential learning opportunities, participants will gain valuable insight into Eversource Energy, the utility and energy industry, and the skills necessary for long-term career success. This program offers a unique opportunity to explore career paths at Eversource within the Transmission System Planning Department, in a supportive, low-pressure environment. The Transmission System Planning team has the task of making sure that Eversource’s future bulk power system serves customers safely and reliably and meets applicable reliability National and local State Interconnection Standards. Students who successfully complete the program will leave with meaningful professional connections, industry knowledge, and practical skills that support future career success.

Requirements

WPI students (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate)
Students studying Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering
Individuals with an interest in the energy and utility industry
Students committed to actively engaging in their professional development

Nice To Haves

Build confidence and professional identity
Expand your professional network
Develop career-readiness skills before entering the job market
Learn directly from industry professionals
Gain exposure to one of New England's leading energy companies and the evolving clean energy economy

Responsibilities

Attend all scheduled Eversource mentoring sessions
Participate in employer-led workshops and industry discussions
Complete three HCDC professional development workshops, between A-D Terms, selected from the following: Resume Writing, How to Work a Career Fair, Preparing for Your Job Search, Selling Your Project Experience, Interview Preparation, Job Offer Negotiation & Understanding Benefits
Attend one "How to Maximize Your Employer Experience" session: October 27, 2026 or February 16, 2027
Attend the end-of-program wrap-up event in April 2027
Respond to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs as part of every employee’s role, which may include an Emergency Restoration assignment outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.