2027 Summer: Grid Operations Technology Intern

Eversource; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid MSP internship

Job summary

Eversource in Windsor, CT is offering a 2027 Summer Grid Operations Technology Intern position. You will join a team of engineers supporting the Distribution Management System (DMS) and Synergi Electric, helping optimize the distribution network and learn modernization efforts.

The internship emphasizes hands‑on engineering, GIS tasks, mentorship, and exposure to real projects. Pay is hourly through the MSP program, with rates starting at $21.20 and up to $32.30 depending on graduation level and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering or related field.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with DMS functionality and modernization efforts.
• Collaborate with control centers, IT, and engineering teams.
• Develop tools to process data for engineering models and databases.

Skills

GIS tasks

Teamwork

Engineering concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree pursuit in Geography or GIS or Engineering

Tools

DMS (Distribution Management System)

Synergi Electric

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.

2027 Summer: Grid Operations Technology Intern

About Eversource

Kickstart your career with hands‑on experience at New England’s largest electric utility. As an Eversource Grid Operations Technology 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!

Job Summary

The Grid Operations Technology group is responsible for directly supporting the execution, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s electric network modeling tools which include the Distribution Management System (DMS) and Synergi Electric applications. Individuals will be part of a team of engineers who support the Company’s electrical control centers by providing guidance on optimizing the distribution system for delivering safe, reliable, and resilient energy to our customers while maximizing the value of clean energy resources. Individuals will also support multi‑disciplinary teams responsible for all phases of implementation including technology review and selection; defining project budget, scope, and schedule; project management; internal and external reporting and tracking; and stakeholder engagement. Individuals will support efforts to research and develop plans for additional modernization opportunities including investigation and assessment of new tools and technologies relevant to the modernization and control of the electric distribution system. Engagement with external counterparts, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure the Company is driving towards industry best practices.

What You’ll Get:

• Practical experience in a dynamic work environment
• Career development and mentorship
• Exposure to hands‑on engineering and GIS tasks and experienced teams

Join us and power your future with Eversource!

• Support the Company’s electric system operators by optimizing the distribution system using the distribution network advanced functionality of DMS which include Automatic Feeder Reconfiguration (AFR), Load Volt/VAR Management (LVM), Planned Outage Study and DER/Load Forecasting
• Collaborate with system operations control centers, IT, and engineering resources to ensure DMS functionality and future enhancements.
• Support the specification and configuration of DMS advanced applications such as FLISR, LVM, AFR, and Load and Generation Scheduling
• Participate in the investigation of new technologies and tools in the industry and assess the relevance of and benefit to the Company’s system operations control rooms
• Develop tools and methods to process and organize data from multiple sources to design and verify engineering models and databases

Education:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Engineering or related field
• Ability to work productively in a team environment
• Attention to detail

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.

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Worker Type:

Student / Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Number of Openings:

2

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.

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