2026 Summer Field Engineering Intern (Hybrid schedule) at Eversource Energy

Waterbury, Connecticut, United States

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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Energy, Utilities, Power SystemsIndustries

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology
Hold a valid motor vehicle license
Must be available to start May 27th for a minimum of 10-12 weeks

Responsibilities

Calibration and repair of Test Equipment such as power system simulators used to maintain relay systems required for regulatory compliance
Reviewing Test Equipment inventory and managing repairs with original equipment manufacturers
Work with supervision to ensure job aids, engineering documentation, material, and test equipment is available for task execution
Shadow Field Engineers and Supervisors in the field conducting relay maintenance, troubleshooting, and construction commissioning activities in the substations
Exposure to troubleshooting, maintaining and commissioning protection and control schemes and electrical power apparatus associated with the Bulk Electric System and Distribution System
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs (Emergency Restoration assignment)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Field EngineeringTroubleshootingProtection and Control SchemesElectrical Power ApparatusBulk Electric SystemDistribution SystemCalibrationTest EquipmentRelay SystemsRegulatory CompliancePower System Simulators

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for this internship?

Interns are paid hourly through a Managed Service Provider Program, with technical rates starting at $20.60 for freshmen and up to $27.38 for seniors, based on year of graduation.

Is this internship remote or hybrid?

The internship follows a hybrid schedule.

What are the position requirements for this intern role?

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology, hold a valid motor vehicle license, and be available to start May 27th for a minimum of 10-12 weeks.

What is the Eversource Intern & Co-op program like?

The program offers hands-on learning, leadership exposure, real-world impact, skill-building sessions, wellness activities, volunteer opportunities, career exploration, networking, and an Intern Showcase.

Do I need immigration sponsorship for this internship?

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship, so applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future should not apply.