Summer 2027 Internship Program: Workforce Development & Strategy - Waltham, MA
About The Position
This Summer 2027 Gridtern internship supports National Grid’s New England Strategic Workforce Development team in Waltham, Massachusetts. The team builds and supports talent pipelines by developing and managing workforce programs, including internships, community partnerships, educational outreach, and other early-career pathways. These efforts introduce students and job seekers to energy careers and support the company’s workforce and long-term strategic objectives and energy transition goals. The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the Summer High School Internship Program and helping deliver a meaningful experience for student interns. Work may include onboarding and communications, coordinating program activities, planning workshops, networking events and site visits, and working with high school interns, supervisors, and internal stakeholders. The role uses communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with tools such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. The internship is full-time for the summer and includes training and development activities. The intern must reside within commuting distance of the designated Waltham work location during the internship.
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 Education, Psychology, Social Impact, or a related field.
- 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.
- Have a valid U.S. driver's license and a safe driving history complying with National Grid's Safe Driver policy.
- Reside within National Grid's existing footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned primary office.
Responsibilities
- Support delivery of the Summer High School Internship Program and a meaningful experience for student interns.
- Assist with intern onboarding and communications.
- Coordinate program activities.
- Help plan workshops, networking events, and site visits.
- Work with high school interns, supervisors, and internal stakeholders.
- Manage priorities and collaborate with others while supporting workforce development programs.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to meaningful work.
- Opportunity to explore career opportunities and learn about the energy industry.
- Networking with National Grid professionals.
- Personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship throughout the internship.
- Opportunity to develop confidence, skills, and experience for launching 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
