Energy Efficiency Intern

About the role

This summer internship is open to Business, Engineering, Math, Economics, Energy Systems Management, and Sustainability majors. Interns join Central Hudson Gas & Electric’s Demand‑Side Management (DSM) team, gaining hands‑on experience with professionals in a leading electric and natural‑gas utility. The role provides exposure to energy‑efficiency, beneficial electrification, and load‑management programs that support New York State’s clean‑energy transition and future grid development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders—including contractors, trade allies, industry partners, the NYS Department of Public Service, and other utilities.
• Engage directly with Central Hudson customers to support program participation and understanding.
• Contribute to efforts that enhance grid reliability, sustainability, and customer empowerment.

Qualifications

• Majors in Business, Engineering, Energy Systems Management, Sustainability, Math, or Economics.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Undergraduate students in freshman, sophomore, or junior year pursuing a bachelor’s degree (graduate students pursuing a master’s degree are also considered).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until all positions are filled.

Pay

$21 per hour (highly competitive compensation).

Benefits

• One‑on‑one mentorship with team members.
• Exposure to cross‑functional collaboration.
• Opportunities to network with peers across the company and industry.
• Planned events and activities for networking with Central Hudson employees.