Substation Engineering Gridtern Internship

National Grid Plc; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid's Gridtern Program in Brockton, MA offers a summer internship for students pursuing Electrical Engineering, with hands-on exposure to substations and field operations.

You will shadow substation supervisors, participate in maintenance planning and emergency response exercises, and gain insight into safe, reliable electric service while working full-time at 40 hours/week.

Applicants must be full-time students, 18+, 18+ credits, and eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Start date May 24, 2027 and full-time (40 hours/week) for the summer.
• Must be registered as a full-time student and continue full-time through Fall 2027.
• Pursuing an Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Have 18+ credits and be at least 18 years old.
• Have work authorization in the United States without visa sponsorship (CPT/OPT not required).
• Valid US driver's license with a safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Support the Operations & Maintenance team in leading and coordinating maintenance, construction, and emergency restoration activities.
• Shadow substation supervisors and learn safe construction, operation, and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution infrastructure.
• Gain exposure to maintenance planning, scheduling, pre-construction reviews, resource coordination, and emergency response.
• Observe safety, operational decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable electric service.

Education

Electrical Engineering (Associates or Bachelor's)

Job description

National Grid's Gridtern Program in Brockton, MA offers a summer internship for students pursuing Electrical Engineering, with hands-on exposure to substations and field operations.

You will shadow substation supervisors, participate in maintenance planning and emergency response exercises, and gain insight into safe, reliable electric service while working full-time at 40 hours/week.

Applicants must be full-time students, 18+, 18+ credits, and eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.