Summer 2027 Internship Program: Vegetation Strategy - Albany, NY
About The Position
This summer internship supports National Grid’s Vegetation and Reliability Analytics team in Albany, New York. The team leads strategy, analytics, planning, and innovation for New York Distribution’s vegetation management programs. It uses system performance data, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to identify investments and actions that reduce vegetation-related risk, improve reliability, and strengthen grid resilience. The intern will gain hands-on experience in utility analytics, reliability planning, and program strategy. Work includes researching vegetation management technologies, industry practices, and climate resilience approaches; assisting with annual work planning and prioritization; supporting technical standards and regulatory reporting; and contributing to cross-functional projects with Forestry Operations, Engineering, Analytics, Regulatory, and Technology teams. The internship also provides opportunities to build analytical, research, and problem-solving skills and learn how vegetation management supports a safe, reliable, and resilient electric grid. The position is based in Albany, NY. Interns must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned work location and within National Grid’s service footprint. The program begins May 24, 2027, and runs full-time during the summer.
Requirements
- Be available to start Monday, May 24, 2027, and work full-time, 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 a bachelor's or master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, or Geography and Environment.
- Have accumulated at least 18 credits and be at least 18 years of age.
- Have work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship in the United States, including CPT or OPT.
- Have a valid U.S. driver's license and a safe driving history that complies with National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
- Reside within National Grid’s stated service footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned primary office.
Responsibilities
- Research emerging vegetation management technologies, industry practices, and climate resilience approaches.
- Assist with annual work planning and prioritization efforts.
- Support technical standards and regulatory reporting activities.
- Participate in cross-functional projects with Forestry Operations, Engineering, Analytics, Regulatory, and Technology teams.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to meaningful work.
- Opportunity to explore career paths and learn about the energy industry.
- Networking opportunities with professionals across National Grid.
- Personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship throughout the internship.
- Professional skills and experience to help launch a career.
- 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
