Summer 2027 Internship Program

About the Program

The Gridtern Program provides currently enrolled college students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the energy industry. Intern responsibilities vary based on area of interest and department placement. Applying confirms interest in being considered for one or more of the listed departments for summer 2027.

Available Departments

• Maintenance Services Department, Power Generation (Island Park, NY)

• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects during unit outages and scheduled maintenance periods to support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of National Grid’s generating assets.

• Manages capital projects, major equipment overhauls, and emergent maintenance activities for critical plant systems, including boilers, steam turbines, gas turbines, generators, and auxiliary equipment.

• As a Gridtern, you will:

• Support the Maintenance Services- Power Generation team.

• Assist with outage planning activities, budget analysis, performance reporting, and operational data analysis, including monitoring key generation performance metrics.

• Attend planning meetings and support project coordination efforts.

• Observe maintenance activities in the field and work alongside plant personnel.

• Develop a practical understanding of power generation systems and how outage execution and maintenance strategies support reliable electricity generation.

• Combustion Turbine Department (Oceanside, NY)

• Operates and maintains a fleet of combustion turbine generating units across Long Island.

• Responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance, outage planning, capital upgrades, and the safe management and development of plant personnel.

• As a Gridtern, you will:

• Support the Combustion Turbine team.

• Learn about maintenance practices that support reliable generating unit performance.

• Assist with analyzing operational and performance data, and develop reports.

• Gain exposure to work planning and scheduling processes.

• Observe troubleshooting activities, support problem-solving efforts, and understand how electrical and mechanical systems work together.

• This role requires a valid US Driver's license.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Availability to start on 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 education full-time through the Fall 2027 semester.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Energy Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Engineering Management
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Or other closely related engineering disciplines.
• 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).
• Some positions will require a valid US Driver’s license with a safe driving history.

Qualifications

• Gain hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to meaningful work.
• Explore career opportunities and build understanding of the energy industry.
• Connect with professionals and expand your network.
• Receive personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship.
• Develop confidence, skills, and experience for career launch.

Program Details

• Program Start Date: Monday, May 24, 2027
• Salary Range: $25.00 - $36.00 an hour
• Visa Sponsorship: National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship.
• Relocation/Housing: No relocation, housing assistance, or public transportation reimbursement is offered. A list of resources for arrangements will be provided.
• Residency: Must reside within National Grid's existing footprint (Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Vermont) and within a reasonable, commutable distance to the assigned primary office.
• Application Close Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026. Applications may close earlier due to rolling review and a sufficient number of applications. Early application is encouraged.