Instrumentation & Controls Intern — Summer Power Systems (Paid)

New York Power Authority; Town of Lewiston (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Power Authority offers a 10-week Summer Developmental Internship in the Instrumentation & Control (I&C) group. You will support design, development, testing, operation, and maintenance of instrumentation, protection, and control systems within a power generation and transmission environment.

The program runs from June 8 to August 13, 2026. Applicants must be enrolled in an associate, undergraduate or graduate program and be legally eligible to work in the United States for the

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an associate's, undergraduate or graduate program is required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship (June 8–August 13, 2026).
• Hourly rate is based on education level at program start.

Responsibilities

• Participate in department-specific projects and learn project management skills.
• Support team in developing business solutions contributing to NYPA's VISION2030 goals.
• Research industry trends and technologies to improve programs.
• Assist with on-site technical support for maintenance and capital projects.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Enrollment in a college/university program

Job description

The New York Power Authority offers a 10-week Summer Developmental Internship in the Instrumentation & Control (I&C) group. You will support design, development, testing, operation, and maintenance of instrumentation, protection, and control systems within a power generation and transmission environment.

The program runs from June 8 to August 13, 2026. Applicants must be enrolled in an associate, undergraduate or graduate program and be legally eligible to work in the United States for the