Transmission System Planning Intern

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.).

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.

The Eversource Intern & Co‑op 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 like “Our Business, Our Future” with senior leaders, skill‑building sessions through Linked In Learning and Toastmasters, and thought‑provoking Catalyst Conversations covering everything from clean energy to customer experience. We promote wellness through virtual health sessions, and encourage giving back with volunteer opportunities.

Career exploration, networking panels, and our Intern Showcase ensure you’re not just observing — you’re contributing. Top it off with National Intern Day fun and you’ve got a summer that’s anything but ordinary!

• Practical experience in a dynamic work environment
• Career development and mentorship
• Exposure to hands‑on engineering tasks and experienced teams
• Opportunities available in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire

The Transmission System Planning Intern will support the development and analysis of electric transmission system models and assist in evaluating system performance under various operating conditions. This role is designed for students or recent graduates with foundational knowledge in power systems and electrical engineering who are eager to gain hands‑on experience in utility planning, operations support, and reliability studies.

• Assist in building and maintaining transmission system models used for planning studies.
• Collect and review forecasted load data for inclusion in system models.
• Help gather and validate system parameters such as equipment ratings, impedances, protection settings, and network topology.

• Support transmission system impact studies across Eversource’s service territories.
• Contribute to the development of study scopes and documentation under guidance.
• Apply planning standards and regulatory criteria (e.g., NERC, NPCC, ISO‑NE) in study work.
• Participate in testing solution alternatives to address identified system issues.