About the role#
This internship offers the chance to work with engineers and designers on utility projects. You will help develop technical drawings and design documentation for generation and transmission systems. The Clark Energy Center Engineering and Design team provides support for electric assets across New York State. You will gain experience with engineering standards, drafting software, and project coordination while working alongside technical specialists.
What you'll do#
- Assist with engineering design support, technical drawing development, and document management.
- Participate in field verification activities.
- Support the team in developing business solutions that contribute to VISION2030 strategic goals.
- Research industry trends and emerging technologies to improve programs.
- Complete department-specific projects, analysis, and research tasks.
- Learn project management skills and handle other assigned projects.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an associate, undergraduate, or graduate program at a college or university.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Capability to provide positive customer service for internal and external stakeholders.
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States for the duration of the internship.
Location & details#
- Location: Marcy, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Majors: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
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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