2027 Summer: Distribution Engineering Intern (Springfield, MA-Hybrid Schedule)

NSTAR Electric DBA Eversource Energy; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience

Mentorship

Field observations

Job summary

Eversource Energy seeks an Engineering Intern for our Springfield, MA location. You will gain hands-on exposure to distribution engineering, working with experienced teams on real projects and learning through mentorship and structured training.

The program emphasizes practical experience, leadership exposure, and skill-building across engineering tasks, with opportunities for field observations and collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS in Engineering (Electrical preferred); open to Mechanical or similar.

Responsibilities

• Assist with distribution engineering tasks and analysis.
• Engage in collaborative projects with engineering teams.
• Occasional field observations and site visits under supervision.
• Develop engineering skills and project management abilities.

Education

BS in Engineering (Electrical preferred)

Job description

Engineering Internship – Eversource Energy

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 Springfield, MA location.*

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.

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.

Worker Type: Student / Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee) Number of Openings: 1

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.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Who we are: Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.