Summer 2026 Intern Program: Social Impact and Community Engagement
 National Grid | |
$21.00 - $33.00 an hour
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 United States, Massachusetts, Waltham | |
 Feb 26, 2026 | |
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Find what makes you Superpowered. Become a Gridtern. As we help clear the path to a greener future, we need to ensure our people continue to power our progress. The world of energy is changing faster than ever! Our Gridtern Program provides current college students the ability to gain practical experience within the energy industry. Your summer will begin on Monday, June 15, 2026, and will be filled with meaningful work experiences, professional development, networking opportunities, community involvement, and most importantly, have fun! What You'll Do
Our Social Impact team advances our organizations community engagement and investment efforts through a focused strategy centered on energy affordability, jobs and skills, and community resilience. This team partners with nonprofit organizations, community leaders, and internal stakeholders to design and fund initiatives that support households in need, build pathways to quality jobs, and strengthen communities facing social and economic challenges. Through strategic grantmaking, volunteerism, and crosssector collaboration, this team aligns resources with priority outcomes across these pillars. Impact is measured and reported consistently to ensure accountability and longterm value for the communities we serve. As a Gridtern, you will support the team's work across energy affordability, jobs, skills, and community resilience by assisting with research, program coordination, and partner engagement. You will also help track grants, events, and volunteer activities, and will support impact measurement through data collection, storytelling, and reporting. As you collaborate with team members on community initiatives, presentations, and internal communications, you will be provided with handson exposure on how corporate social impact strategies are developed, implemented, and evaluated. While the preferred location for this role is Brooklyn, NY, the position is also available in Waltham, MA. You must also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office. What You'll Need
About Us
The world of energy is changing faster than ever. At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it's so much more than that. We're dreamers, big-thinkers, innovators, and builders. We're shaping the current, to change the future. We know that a clean, fair, and affordable energy future is in our hands. So, we explore with energy, with innovation and technology powering our progress, and helping us to find a better way to deliver energy to all. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen - inspiring us, giving us time to recharge and providing a safety net on tougher days. But it's our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger. So join us, and power the future of energy. Find what makes you Superpowered. More Information Salary Range Brooklyn, NY: $21.00 - $33.00 an hour Candidates will be assessed and provided offers based on major, degree type, and class year. Our Gridtern Program does not offer relocation, housing assistance, or public transportation reimbursement for Gridterns; however, we can provide a list of resources to utilize in making your arrangements. Please note that as a Gridtern, you must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, and Vermont. You must also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office. Applications close on Sunday, March 8, 2026. National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144. National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team. | |