2027 Summer: Distribution Engineering Intern (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is offering an Engineering Internship in New Bedford, MA. This role provides hands-on experience at New England's largest electric utility with mentorship, training, and exposure to real projects.

Interns participate in our intern program, gain leadership exposure, and work on engineering tasks within distribution and substation environments, typically office-based with some site observations. Two openings.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS in Engineering (Electrical preferred) or similar.
• Interest in hands-on engineering tasks and learning across projects.
• Includes exposure to design, analysis, and technical teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support distribution engineering tasks under supervision.
• Assist with engineering drawings, circuits, and utility infrastructure.
• Contribute to project management and communication with stakeholders.

Education

BS in Engineering (Electrical preferred)

Job description

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 Yarmouth or New Bedford, MA locations.*

Engineering Internship - Eversource Energy

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

Join us and power your future with Eversource!

Distribution Engineering:

Provides engineering, design, and equipment expertise for distribution line and substation facilities. Must be pursuing BS in Engineering: Electrical preferred, open to Mechanical Engineering or similar, requires some technical and analytical background and experience.

• 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.
• Build experience working with engineering drawings, circuits, and utility infrastructure.
• Enhance communication and customer service skills through interaction with internal stakeholders.
• Gain insight into how engineering teams support safe, reliable electric service.
• Primarily office-based, with opportunities for occasional field observations and site visits under supervisor guidance.
• Collaborative environment with direct exposure to utility engineering professionals and real-world infrastructure projects.

Interns are paid through our Managed Service Provider Program and are not employees of Eversource. Pay rates are hourly, based on year of graduation and if the role is technical or non-technical. Rates start at $21.20 for a 1st year and go up to $32.30 for graduate level students.

Worker Type: Student / Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Number of Openings: 2

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.

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.

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