2026 Substation Operations Intern (New Hampshire)

Eversource Energy•Hooksett, NH

About The Position

Kickstart your career with hands-on experience at New England’s largest electric utility. As an Eversource 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 2026 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 LinkedIn 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! The Substation Operations Intern will gain hands on exposure to electrical transmission and substation operations while working alongside experienced electrical professionals. This internship is designed to provide students with practical field experience, technical skill development, and insight into careers in electrical utility operations. The intern will support day to day activities in a supervised, learning focused environment and will not be expected to perform independent journey level work. Throughout the summer, interns will have the opportunity to: • Gain real world exposure to electrical transmission and substation operations • Learn industry standard safety practices and procedures • Develop foundational technical skills related to electrical systems and equipment • Build communication, teamwork, and problem solving skills • Explore potential full time career pathways within electric operations and energy delivery

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an Associate degree in Industrial Electricity, Electrical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, or a related field
Interest in electrical transmission, utility operations, or energy infrastructure
Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a team based environment
Ability to perform outdoor work during the summer months in varying weather conditions
Must be able to meet safety and site access requirements for utility facilities
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

Supporting the installation, maintenance, and inspection of electrical transmission and substation equipment across multiple voltage classes
Assisting with electrical components such as transformers, metering equipment, station service equipment, bus work, switchboards, control systems, and remote control equipment
Observing and assisting with basic troubleshooting, operational analysis, and repair activities related to electrical, electronic, and electromechanical equipment
Learning to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and work instructions
Assisting with the use of hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment in accordance with safety guidelines
Supporting field operations, including work from elevated positions and in confined spaces, as appropriate for training and safety requirements
Participating in safety briefings, job shadowing, training sessions, and team meetings
Completing administrative or project based tasks as assigned