Summer 2027 Internship Program: Engineering Opportunities Northport, NY

National Grid USA Service Company, Inc. • Northport, NY • 23min ago

Our Gridtern Program provides currently enrolled college students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the energy industry. Intern responsibilities will vary based upon your area of interest and department placement. Applying to this opportunity confirms your interest in being considered for one or more of the departments below for summer 2027. Available RolesGeneration (Northport, NY) Our National Grid Ventures Generation team at Northport Power Station is responsible for the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of four large steam turbine generators that help support the region's energy needs. The team monitors system performance, conducts technical evaluations, performs equipment testing, and supports plant maintenance activities to ensure operational reliability, efficiency, and environmental compliance. Through a combination of engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and operational oversight, the team plays a critical role in maintaining the performance of this essential power generation facility. As a Gridtern, you will support the Generation team while gaining hands-on experience in power plant operations, maintenance, and engineering analysis. You will assist with investigating system performance issues, conducting equipment tests, analyzing results, and developing recommendations for corrective actions. Working alongside plant personnel, contractors, and engineers, you will gain exposure to troubleshooting processes, plant modifications, maintenance activities, and operational decision-making. You will also help monitor plant operating and environmental conditions through inspections and operational data review, building technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills while learning how reliable power generation facilities are operated and maintained. .Technical & Renewable Services(Northport, NY) Our Technical & Renewable Services department supports the safe and reliable operation of power generation facilities across Long Island. The team maintains and tests critical electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, batteries, and protective relays. This team also oversees compliance programs, such as NERC testing, and provide support for renewable energy assets like battery energy storage systems. By combining hands-on fieldwork with engineering expertise, the department ensures that both traditional and renewable power systems operate efficiently and meet regulatory requirements. As a Gridtern, you will support the maintenance and testing of power plant electrical equipment, including breakers, transformers, and protective relays. Your role includes assisting with NERC compliance activities, data collection, and routine testing under supervision. You will also participate in troubleshooting with technicians, contribute to project planning by organizing records and preparing test results, and help write procedures for standardization. Additionally, you will engage in safety initiatives by attending meetings and promoting safe work practices. This role requires a valid US Driver's license.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 Majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Facilities Engineering 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 Gridtern positions will require a valid US Driver's license with a safe driving history that complies with National Grid's Safe Driver policy. This qualification will be further di

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