About the role#
The Engineering Aide internship is a 10 to 12 week paid opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in the utility industry. You will work alongside technicians and engineers to support the delivery of electric, gas, and steam services. This role provides exposure to company operations and allows you to build a professional network through speaker series, volunteer events, and project presentations to department leaders.
What you'll do#
- Assist technicians and engineers with energy delivery projects.
- Perform data collection and analysis to support forecasting and strategy development.
- Provide administrative and project management support.
- Support design scoping, development, and procedure reviews.
- Perform work management oversight.
- Tour various work sites to understand company operations.
- Fulfill system emergency assignment duties, which may require working nights, weekends, or holidays during emergencies.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in a four-year college program.
- Completion of at least 30 credits.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.
- Major in Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- A high level of integrity, initiative, resourcefulness, and creativity.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to submit an unofficial transcript and two letters of recommendation with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Spring Valley, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
About Con Edison
Con Edison provides energy services to more than 10 million people and businesses across New York City and Westchester. The company operates as a public utility with a focus on system reliability and the transition to a net-zero energy model. It currently invests in infrastructure and technology to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The organization employs over 10,000 people and maintains its headquarters in New York.
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