Summer 2027 Intern Program: Environmental Operations & Remediation - Brooklyn, NY
Our Gridtern Program provides currently enrolled college students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the energy industry.
This posting represents a specific internship opportunity supporting the NY Operations Support, Site Investigation & Remediation team in Brooklyn, NY.
What You’ll Do
Our NY Operations Support, Site Investigation & Remediation team is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of environmental cleanup projects at contaminated sites throughout New York. This team works to ensure projects meet regulatory requirements while managing budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and stakeholder relationships in accordance with National Grid's safety and quality standards. Through this work, they help protect the environment, maintain regulatory compliance, and support the safe and responsible management of legacy environmental sites.
As a Gridtern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting environmental remediation, project management, and data analysis initiatives. You may participate in site visits to observe remediation projects in progress, research site histories, develop project summaries, and review technical reports, correspondence, and environmental data. You'll also assist with tracking project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and stakeholder activities while collaborating with project managers, environmental specialists, regulators, and other business partners. Throughout the summer, you'll strengthen your written and verbal communication skills, gain experience presenting information to project teams, and develop strong organizational and analytical capabilities. By the end of the summer, you will have strengthened your skills in environmental project management, data analysis, stakeholder communication, regulatory compliance, budgeting, project planning, and professional presentation skills.
You will be based in Brooklyn, NY and must reside within a commutable distance to the designated work location during this period.
What You'll Need to Apply
- Availability to start on the program start date, Monday, May 24, 2027, 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 2027 semester
- Pursuing an Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology or related field
- 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)
- Valid US Driver’s license with a safe driving history that complies with National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
What You’ll Get in Return
- Gain hands-on experience applying your academic knowledge to meaningful work
- Explore career opportunities and build your understanding of the energy industry
- Connect with professionals across National Grid and expand your network
- Receive personalized feedback, coaching, and mentorship throughout your internship
- Develop the confidence, skills, and experience needed to launch your career
- An hourly wage based on your major, degree type, and class year
About the Intern Program
Your summer will begin on Monday, May 24, 2027. Our Gridtern Program offers you the chance to expand your skills and broaden your mind, while exploring the best of what our industry has to offer.
You’ll work full time with a specific team for the duration of your internship, taking part in training and development activities to kickstart your career.
More Information
Salary Range
$22.00 -$36.00 an hour
National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
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 Tuesday, December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Early application is encouraged.
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