About the role#
This internship provides students with hands-on work experience within the utility industry. You will work alongside professionals at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. The program combines daily tasks with an overview of how the utility sector operates. You will also have the chance to network with employees through planned company events.
What you'll do#
- Gain professional work experience in a field setting.
- Collaborate with experienced staff members.
- Learn about the operations of an electric and natural gas utility.
- Participate in networking activities and events.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a business administration, engineering, or related degree program.
- Undergraduate students in their freshman, sophomore, or junior year, or graduate students pursuing a master's degree.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A valid driver's license.
Location & details#
- Locations: Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Kingston, and Fishkill, New York.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position.
- Compensation: The wage is $21 per hour.
- Schedule: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
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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