Job Description

Engineering Internship – Eversource Energy

IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOTICE:

Eversource will NOT offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should NOT apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

About the Opportunity

Kickstart your career with hands-on experience at New England’s largest electric utility. As an Eversource Engineering Intern, you’ll gain real-world exposure to the energy industry while receiving professional development, coaching, and training.

Interns are valued team members, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions across a variety of projects. This program offers:

• Practical experience in a dynamic work environment.
• Career development and mentorship.
• Exposure to hands-on engineering tasks and experienced teams.

Locations: Opportunities are available in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. (The initial prompt specifically mentioned New Hampshire, but the later section broadened it).

The Eversource Intern & Co-op Program Experience

Our program is designed to energize your summer with hands-on learning, leadership exposure, and real-world impact. From day one, interns dive into immersive experiences, including:

• “Our Business, Our Future” sessions with senior leaders.
• Skill-building sessions through LinkedIn Learning and Toastmasters.
• Thought-provoking Catalyst Conversations covering clean energy, customer experience, and more.
• Wellness promotion through virtual health sessions.
• Opportunity for community engagement via volunteer opportunities.
• Career exploration and networking panels.
• Showcase your contributions at our Intern Showcase.
• Fun events like National Intern Day.

You’re not just observing – you’re contributing!

Assignment Areas and Preferred Majors

We are seeking talented students for various engineering disciplines. Specific assignment areas and their preferred majors include:

• Substation Design Engineering: Focuses on improving the safe and reliable design and operation of the electrical transmission and distribution system.
  • Preferred Major: B.S. Electrical Engineering
• Protection & Control Engineering: Designs and operates devices and systems used to detect abnormal system conditions (e.g., electrical faults) and take automatic or supervisory control actions to isolate, mitigate, and restore the Transmission and Distribution system.
  • Preferred Major: B.S. Electrical Engineering
• Telecommunications Engineering: Leads efforts to develop network solutions for essential voice and data services supporting Electric and Gas Transmission and Distribution Systems, including IT systems.
  • Preferred Major: B.S. Electrical Engineering
• Substation Technical Engineering: Team plays a critical role in acceptance testing and commissioning of new substation equipment and upgrades, as well as troubleshooting installed equipment.
  • Preferred Major: B.S. Electrical Engineering
• Transmission Line Engineering: Designs and supports the construction, maintenance, and operation of overhead and underground transmission lines.
  • Preferred Major: BS in Civil Engineering
• Capital Projects Engineering: Coordinates engineering efforts and serves as the interface between engineering and project teams for large-scale or strategic projects with significant financial impact.
  • Preferred Majors: BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• System Planning: Designs the distribution system to meet demand growth in the most economical, reliable, and safe manner.
  • Preferred Majors: BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Distribution Engineering: Provides engineering, design, and equipment expertise for distribution line and substation facilities.
  • Preferred Majors: BS in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Grid Modernization: Supports innovative efforts to improve grid reliability and resilience, and to integrate renewable energy resources into daily operations.
  • Preferred Major: B.S. Electrical Engineering

Compensation and Employment Status

• Interns are paid through our Managed Service Provider Program and are not direct employees of Eversource.
• Pay rates are hourly, based on year of graduation and whether the role is technical or non-technical.
• Rates start at $18.12 per hour for a freshman and go up to $35.96 per hour for a PhD candidate.

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed as an intern, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment, meaning you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.

Next Steps: How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly by a member of our team for next steps.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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