Energy Efficiency Intern

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

401K plan with substantial company-mat

Tuition assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Life insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation invites students to join its summer internship program in the Demand-Side Management (DSM) team. This role offers hands-on assignments, mentorship, and opportunities to network with peers across the company and industry.

You will collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to support energy efficiency, electrification, and load management initiatives while gaining exposure to cross-functional projects and customer engagement.

Qualifications

• Majors from Business, Engineering, Energy Systems Management, Sustainability, Math, or Economics programs will be considered.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Gain insight into Central Hudson’s leading energy efficiency, electrification, and load management programs.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders, including contractors, trade allies, industry partners, the NYS Department of Public Service, and other utilities.
• Engage directly with Central Hudson customers to support program participation and understanding.
• Contribute to efforts that enhance grid reliability, sustainability, and customer empowerment.

Skills

GPA 3.0+

Driver's license

Education

Undergraduate student (freshman/sophomore/junior)

Graduate student pursuing Master's

Job description

This is a summer internship opportunity for Business, Engineering, Math, and Economics majors to gain valuable, real-life experience working side by side with professionals at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation – a leader in the dynamic, rapidly evolving electric & natural gas utility industry.

As an Intern on the Demand‑Side Management team, you will gain hands‑on experience through impactful work assignments that foster professional growth and stretch your potential.

You’ll benefit from one‑on‑one mentorship with team members, exposure to cross‑functional collaboration, and opportunities to network with peers across the company and industry.

DSM plays a vital role in supporting NewYork State’s transition to clean energy and building the grid of the future by designing and implementing energy efficiency, beneficial electrification, and load management programs.

Our programs provide education, outreach, incentives, and services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers throughout Central Hudson’s territory.

As an intern, you will:

• Gain insight into Central Hudson’s leading energy efficiency, electrification, and load management programs.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders, including contractors, trade allies, industry partners, the NYS Department of Public Service, and other utilities.
• Engage directly with Central Hudson customers to support program participation and understanding.
• Contribute to efforts that enhance grid reliability, sustainability, and customer empowerment.

Compensation is highly competitive, and our internship program also allows you to network with Central Hudson employees through various planned events and activities.

Qualifications:

Majors from Business, Engineering, Energy Systems Management, Sustainability, Math, or Economics programs will be considered Candidates must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and currently be an undergraduate student working on their bachelor’s degree in their freshman, sophomore, or junior year. Graduate students working on their master’s degree will also be considered. Must have a valid driver’s license.

The wage for this position is $21/hour.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy‑related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Look to Central Hudson for an environment that fosters teamwork, safety awareness and impeccable customer service.

We are committed to educational development, employee satisfaction and a diverse workforce.

We also have a strong belief in and long history of promoting from within.

Our employees enjoy numerous opportunities for transition and growth throughout their careers.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, health benefits, 401K plan with substantial company match, tuition assistance, wellness reimbursement, life insurance, and paid holidays and vacation.

• competitive compensation
• health benefits
• 401K plan with substantial company match
• tuition assistance
• wellness reimbursement
• life insurance
• paid holidays and vacation