Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Partnerships Intern

About the role

NYPA's Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Partnerships team advances the Authority's clean energy deployment priorities by building and maintaining relationships with external organizations, community leaders, government agencies, industry partners, and other key stakeholders. The team strengthens NYPA's reputation, supports project development, and identifies opportunities for meaningful collaboration aligned with organizational goals focused on advanced nuclear and renewable energy build out.

The summer intern will assist with stakeholder research, partnership development, and engagement initiatives across NYPA's service territory. Responsibilities include tracking and analyzing stakeholder interactions, developing briefing materials and presentations, supporting data analysis and visualization, identifying strategic partnership opportunities, monitoring industry trends, and assessing stakeholder interests related to clean energy, economic development, and community initiatives. The intern will also assist in preparing reports, maintaining stakeholder databases, and documenting engagement outcomes.

The paid 10-week Summer Developmental Internship runs from June 8 – August 13, 2026. Applications close December 31, 2026. Interns receive professional development, on-the-job experience in the energy industry, exposure to executives, and networking opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in department-specific projects, analysis, research methods and learn project management skills
• Support team in developing business solutions that contribute to NYPA's VISION2030 strategic goals
• Research industry trends and emerging technologies to contribute to the continuous improvement of programs
• Other projects as assigned; will vary based on focus area

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task with competing priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Provide positive customer service for internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an associate's, undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university is required (recent graduates are not eligible)
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship (June 8 – August 13, 2026)

Pay

Hourly rate is based on education level at the start of the internship:

• Sophomore: $18.00/hour
• Junior: $22.00/hour
• Senior (or May 2028 graduate): $22.00/hour
• Current graduate/law student: $25.00/hour

Schedule

Full-time, 10-week summer internship: June 8 – August 13, 2026.