2027 Engineering Internships (New Hampshire)

Eversource Energy; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in New Hampshire is offering an Engineering Intern position designed to provide hands-on exposure to the energy sector. Interns work on substation design, protection and control, telecommunications, and other engineering tasks under senior guidance.

The program emphasizes leadership exposure, professional development, and mentorship, with assignments across several engineering disciplines and locations within New England.

Qualifications

• Majors include Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Opportunities across New Hampshire locations.
• Internship is a fixed-term student position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in substation design and project tasks.
• Support protection, control, and telecom engineering activities.
• Contribute to system planning and grid modernization projects.

Skills

Substation Design Engineering

Protection & Control Engineering

Telecommunications Engineering

Substation Technical Engineering

Transmission Line Engineering

Capital Projects Engineering

System Planning

Distribution Engineering

Grid Modernization

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

B.S. Civil Engineering

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Sep 15, 2026

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

_ *Open to candidates interested in working in our New Hampshire locations.* _

Kickstart your career with hands-on experience at New England’s largest electric utility. As an Eversource Engineering Intern, you’ll gain real-world exposure to the energy industry while receiving professional development, coaching, and training. Interns are valued team members, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions across a variety of projects.

The Eversource Intern & Co-op program is designed to energize your summer with hands-on learning, leadership exposure, and real-world impact. From day one, interns dive into immersive experiences like “Our Business, Our Future” with senior leaders, skill-building sessions through LinkedIn Learning and our Energy Toastmasters, and thought-provoking conversations covering everything from clean energy to customer experience. We promote wellness through virtual health sessions, and encourage giving back with volunteer opportunities. Career exploration, networking panels, and our Intern Showcase ensure you're not just observing — you're contributing. Top it off with National Intern Day fun and you’ve got a summer that’s anything but ordinary!

What You’ll Get:

• Practical experience in a dynamic work environment
• Career development and mentorship
• Exposure to hands-on engineering tasks and experienced teams
• Opportunities available in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire

Join us and power your future with Eversource!

Assignment Areas and Preferred Majors:

Substation Design Engineering : Focuses on improving the safe and reliable design and operation of the electrical transmission and distribution system. B.S. Electrical Engineering

Protection & Control Engineering : Designs and operate the devices and systems used to detect abnormal system conditions, such as electrical faults, and take automatic or supervisory control actions to isolate, mitigate, and restore the Transmission and Distribution system. B.S. Electrical Engineering

Telecommunications Engineering: Leads efforts to develop network solutions for essential voice and data services supporting Electric and Gas Transmission and Distribution Systems, including IT systems. B.S. Electrical Engineering

Substation Technical Engineering: Team plays a critical role in acceptance testing and commissioning of new substation equipment and upgrades as well as trouble shooting of installed equipment. B.S. Electrical Engineering

Transmission Line Engineering : Designs and supports the construction, maintenance, and operation of overhead and underground transmission lines. BS in Civil Engineering

Capital Projects Engineering: Coordinates engineering efforts and serves as the interface between engineering and project teams for large-scale or strategic projects with significant financial impact. BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

System Planning : Designs the distribution system to meet demand growth in the most economical, reliable, and safe manner. BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Distribution Engineering: Provides engineering, design, and equipment expertise for distribution line and substation facilities. BS, Mechanical Engineering or similar

Grid Modernization: Supports innovative efforts to improve grid reliability and resilience, and to integrate renewable energy resources into daily operations. B.S. Electrical Engineering

Worker Type:

Student / Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Number of Openings:

0

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Eversource Energy is a leading energy provider in New England, delivering safe, reliable electric and natural gas services to 4.4 million customers while prioritizing environmental stewardship.

Company Eversource Energy