About the role#
This is a full-time summer internship for students interested in the environmental field. You will work alongside professionals at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. The program combines hands-on work experience with an overview of the utility industry. Mentors provide guidance throughout the summer, and you will have opportunities to network with employees through planned events.
What you'll do#
- Gain professional hands-on work experience in the utility sector.
- Participate in an internship program that blends real-world tasks with industry education.
- Network with staff through organized activities and events.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in environmental sciences, natural and life sciences, sustainability and climate change, environmental engineering, civil engineering, or related programs.
- A 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Current standing as an undergraduate student in your freshman, sophomore, or junior year, or as a graduate student pursuing a master's degree.
- A valid driver's license.
Location & details#
- Location: Kingston, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $21 per hour.
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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