About the role#
This is a full-time summer 2027 internship for students interested in the utility industry. You will work alongside professionals at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation to gain hands-on experience. Mentors provide guidance throughout the program, and you will have opportunities to network with employees through various planned events.
What you'll do#
- Gain professional, hands-on work experience within the utility sector.
- Work directly with experienced staff on daily tasks and projects.
- Participate in company events and activities to build your professional network.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program as a freshman, sophomore, or junior, or a graduate student pursuing a master's degree.
- Major in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, or a related engineering field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- A valid driver's license.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position located in Poughkeepsie, Rifton, Rhinebeck, Newburgh, Kingston, Fishkill, or Eltings Corners, New York.
- The internship is a paid, full-time commitment for the summer of 2027.
About Central Hudson
Central Hudson is a regulated utility company based in Poughkeepsie, New York. Founded in 1900, the organization provides electricity and natural gas to customers throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley. It serves approximately 300,000 electric and 80,000 gas customers across a territory stretching from the New York City suburbs to Albany. The company maintains a workforce of 501 to 1,000 employees.
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