About the role#
The New York Power Authority and the New York State Canal Corporation are looking for an intern to support the development of the state canal and trail system. This role provides hands-on experience in park, recreation, and historic infrastructure management. You will work on projects tailored to your skills and interests.
What you'll do#
- Assist with GIS mapping, land and vegetation management, and open space design.
- Develop marketing and communications materials, arts programming, and accessibility plans.
- Support educational programming, event coordination, and volunteer management.
- Participate in department-specific research and analysis while learning project management skills.
- Contribute to business solutions that support the VISION2030 strategic goals.
- Research industry trends and emerging technologies to help improve current programs.
- Complete additional projects as assigned based on your focus area.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an associate, undergraduate, or graduate program at a college or university.
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States for the duration of the internship.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to organize tasks, manage competing priorities, and work both independently and within a team.
- A focus on providing positive customer service for internal and external stakeholders.
Location & details#
- Location: Albany, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About New York Power Authority
The New York Power Authority is a state public power organization founded in 1931. It operates 17 generating facilities and maintains over 1,550 circuit-miles of transmission lines. Most of the electricity it produces comes from renewable hydropower. The organization is based in White Plains and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It serves a client base that includes government agencies, private utilities, and large companies.
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