Summer 2027 Internship Program: Customer Information Technology & Energy Services - Albany, NY

National Grid Plc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Hands-on internship experience

Job summary

National Grid Plc in Albany, NY invites enrolled students to join the Summer 2027 Gridtern Program in Customer Information Technology & Energy Services. You will gain hands-on experience building and maintaining software platforms that support Clean Energy and New Connections programs, with exposure to AI tools and enterprise systems.

The internship runs full-time (40 hours/week) from May 24, 2027, with mentorship and opportunities to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Full-time student enrolled and continuing education through Fall 2027.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS, Software Development, Cyber Security, Product Management, User Experience, Artificial Intelligence/Engineering, Energy Management, or related field.
• Must have 18+ credits and be at least 18 years old.
• Must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship in the United States (including CPT/OPT).

Responsibilities

• Work on software platforms supporting Clean Energy and New Connections programs within Customer Information Technology & Energy Services.
• Assist with AI tool adoption, coding and testing assistants, and knowledge management initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams on journey mapping, user experience design, process optimization, and requirements development within an Agile environment.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Summer 2027 Intern Program: Customer Information Technology & Energy Services - Albany, NY

Our Gridtern Program provides currently enrolled college students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the energy industry.

This posting represents a specific internship opportunity supporting the Customer Information Technology & Energy Services team in Albany, NY.

What You’ll Do

Our Customer Information Technology & Energy Services team is responsible for developing and maintaining software platforms and solutions that support Clean Energy and New Connections programs. These platforms help teams manage leads and opportunities, streamline business processes, and connect with other enterprise systems to support programs efficiently at scale. This team is also adopting AI technologies, including coding and testing assistants, knowledge assistants, and AI agents, to support innovation and improve how work gets done.

As a Gridtern, you will gain hands-on experience in one or more areas, including customer and product development, software development, cybersecurity, and innovation with AI technologies. Depending on your focus area, you may support journey mapping, user experience design, process optimization, and requirements development; gain exposure to agile software development, databases, cloud technologies, Salesforce, and AI tools; or build your knowledge of cybersecurity and governance. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with others and contribute to technology solutions that support Clean Energy and New Connections programs. By the end of the summer, you will have strengthened your skills in problem-solving, collaboration, technology, and innovation.

You will be based in Albany, NY and must reside within a commutable distance to the designated work location during this period.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Availability to start on the program start date, Monday, May 24, 2027, and work full-time (40 hours a week) for the duration of the summer
• Must be registered as a full-time student and continue your education full-time through the Fall 2027 semester
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Cyber Security, Product Management, User Experience, Artificial Intelligence/ Engineering, Energy Management, or a related field
• Have accumulated 18 or more credits and be at least 18 years of age
• Possess work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (including CPT & OPT)

What You’ll Get in Return

• Gain hands-on experience applying your academic knowledge to meaningful work
• Explore career opportunities and build your understanding of the energy industry
• Connect with professionals across National Grid and expand your network
• Receive personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship throughout your internship
• Develop the confidence, skills, and experience needed to launch your career
• An hourly wage based on your major, degree type, and class year

About the Intern Program

Your summer will begin on Monday, May 24, 2027. Our Gridtern Program offers you the chance to expand your skills and broaden your mind, while exploring the best of what our industry has to offer.

You’ll work full time with a specific team for the duration of your internship, taking part in training and development activities to kickstart your career.

About National Grid

National Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range
$18.00 -$31.00 an hour

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Candidates will be assessed and provided offers based on major, degree type, and class year. Our Gridtern Program does not offer relocation, housing assistance, or public transportation reimbursement for Gridterns; however, we can provide a list of resources to utilize in making your arrangements.

Please note that as a Gridtern, you must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Vermont. You must also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.

Applications close on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Early application is encouraged.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

We offer a competitive base salary, with annual reviews to ensure it reflects the market rate for your role, skills, knowledge, and experience.

Incentive Pay

Depending on your role, you'll be eligible for an annual performance bonus that rewards your contribution to our success. Your bonus is a percentage of eligible earnings and may vary each year.

Recognition

Our global recognition program lets you thank and reward colleagues for their contributions, along with career milestone awards to celebrate key achievements.

Retirement

We offer a generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%. For every £1 you contribute, we'll add £2. You can also make extra voluntary contributions to boost your retirement savings.