Substation Engineering Intern — Summer Gridtern

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

Job summary

National Grid is offering a Summer 2027 Gridtern internship in Brockton, MA for students pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree. The program focuses on substation operations, safety, and field leadership while providing hands-on experience with maintenance planning, scheduling, and pre-construction reviews.

Participants will shadow substation supervisors, gain exposure to emergency response, and develop the skills needed to contribute to safe, reliable electric service across New England.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered full-time student pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Must have completed 18 credits and be at least 18 years old.
• Must have work authorisation that does not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support the Substations team in Brockton, MA during the internship.
• Gain hands-on experience in electric utility operations and field leadership.
• Shadow substation supervisors to learn construction, operation, and maintenance of substations at primary and secondary voltages.
• Attend training and development activities to kickstart your career.

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

18+ college credits

Job description

National Grid is offering a Summer 2027 Gridtern internship in Brockton, MA for students pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree. The program focuses on substation operations, safety, and field leadership while providing hands-on experience with maintenance planning, scheduling, and pre-construction reviews.

Participants will shadow substation supervisors, gain exposure to emergency response, and develop the skills needed to contribute to safe, reliable electric service across New England.