2027 Summer: Transmission and Distribution Standards Engineering Intern (MA, Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Westwood, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eversource Energy is seeking a summer engineering intern for its distribution engineering work in Westwood, Massachusetts. The internship provides hands-on exposure to the electric utility industry, professional development, coaching, and training. Interns contribute to projects and gain experience with distribution system design and operations, reliability, system performance, engineering drawings, circuits, and utility infrastructure. The role is primarily office-based, with opportunities for occasional field observations and site visits under supervisor guidance. The intern will work collaboratively with utility engineering professionals and gain exposure to real-world infrastructure projects and how engineering teams support safe, reliable electric service. The internship program also includes leadership exposure, skill-building sessions, networking, career exploration, and volunteer opportunities. Applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, with Electrical Engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering or a similar field is also considered. Eversource will not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this position. The position is a fixed-term student/intern trainee role, with one opening. Employees may be assigned emergency restoration duties and could be called to assist during emergencies outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering; Electrical Engineering is preferred, while Mechanical Engineering or a similar field is also accepted.
Some technical and analytical background and experience are required.
Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Gain foundational knowledge of electric utility distribution system design and operations.
Learn engineering principles related to electric reliability and system performance.
Develop technical, analytical, and project management skills.
Work with engineering drawings, circuits, and utility infrastructure.
Communicate and interact with internal stakeholders, developing communication and customer service skills.
Participate in occasional field observations and site visits under supervisor guidance.
Contribute to engineering projects supporting safe, reliable electric service.
May be called to assist during emergency restoration situations outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.