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Summer Intern Program 2026: Integrated Planning and Solutions

National Grid
$24.00 - $34.00 an hour
United States, New York, Buffalo
93 Dewey Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 26, 2026
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 Integrated Planning and Solutions (IPAS) team at National Grid is responsible for coordinating long-term, cross-system planning that integrates electrification adoption, electric network upgrades, and gas system investments. The team develops data-driven models and digital tools to support scenario planning, risk assessment, and investment prioritization, ensuring the grid can safely and reliably meet future customer needs amid increasing electrification and renewable integration. IPAS supports regulatory filings such as the Capital Investment Plan and Distributed System Implementation Plan and novel tool development and validation for planning and operations such as supporting Automated Distribution Management Systems and Distributed Energy Resource Management System implementation at National Grid in addition to facilitating stakeholder engagement and collaboration across utilities to align planning efforts and regulatory requirements. In the broader business context, IPAS plays a critical role in enabling National Grid's mission by driving strategic, integrated infrastructure investments that support decarbonization, grid modernization, and customer-focused service reliability. This integrated approach helps National Grid proactively manage the evolving energy landscape while maintaining affordability and resilience. As a Gridtern for the summer, you will: Participate in the development, implementation and management of new technologies or automation of existing technologies. Engage appropriately with specified stakeholders, government agencies, consenting authorities and media within the development phases of a project. Input to the development of the engineering perspective of new business concepts. Represent the company on industry and regulatory working groups as appropriate. Assure the focus and attainment of business goals and objectives Provides support to other areas of National Grid such as Electric Operations, Regional Control Center, Distribution Planning, Transmission Planning, etc. While the preferred location for this role is Syracuse, NY, the position is also available in Buffalo, NY; Albany, NY; Melville, NY; and Brooklyn, NY. You must also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office. What You'll Need Availability to start on the program start date, June 15, 2026, 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 2026 semester Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer 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) 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; Melville, NY: $24.00 - $34.00 an hour Syracuse, NY; Albany, NY; Buffalo, NY: $20.00 - $29.00 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. 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. Applications close on Sunday, March 8, 2026. 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.