Summer 2027 Internship Program: Substation Engineering - Brockton, MA
About The Position
This summer internship supports National Grid’s Substations team in Brockton, Massachusetts. The intern will support the Operations & Maintenance team and gain practical experience in electric utility operations and field leadership. By shadowing substation supervisors across New England, the intern will learn about the safe construction, operation, and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution infrastructure at primary and secondary voltages. The experience includes exposure to maintenance planning and scheduling, pre-construction reviews, resource coordination, and emergency response activities, as well as safety, operational decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration. The intern will be based in Brockton and must reside within a commutable distance of the assigned work location during the internship. The program begins May 24, 2027, and is full-time for the duration of the summer.
Requirements
- Be available to start Monday, May 24, 2027, and work 40 hours per week for the duration of the summer.
- Be registered as a full-time student and continue full-time education through the Fall 2027 semester.
- Be pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Have accumulated at least 18 credits and be at least 18 years old.
- Have work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship, including CPT or OPT.
- Hold a valid US driver’s license and have a safe driving history that complies with National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
- Reside within National Grid’s existing footprint and within a reasonable, commutable distance of the assigned primary office.
Responsibilities
- Support the Operations & Maintenance team.
- Shadow substation supervisors across New England.
- Observe and learn about the safe construction, operation, and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution infrastructure at primary and secondary voltages.
- Gain exposure to maintenance planning and scheduling, pre-construction reviews, resource coordination, and emergency response activities.
- Participate in training and development activities and apply academic knowledge to meaningful work.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to meaningful work.
- Opportunity to explore career opportunities and learn about the energy industry.
- Connections with National Grid professionals and an expanded professional network.
- Personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship throughout the internship.
- 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
Education Level
Associate degree
