Engineering Intern and Co-op Summer 2026 (Whisenant)

Duke Energy•Salem, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company and one of the largest electric power holding companies in the U.S., is seeking students to join their team for the Summer 2026 internship program. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and make a difference in people's lives by contributing to the future of reliable, affordable, and cleaner energy. Duke Energy is dedicated to driving the transition to net-zero methane emissions by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company offers a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for work, and competitive pay and benefits. As a college student intern, you will have access to extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources. Duke Energy's reputation in the industry and potential for job growth make it an advantageous choice for future career prospects. The company also supports a healthy work-life balance through flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs. The Regulated and Renewable Energy (RRE) division focuses on generating electricity with a diverse energy mix to meet current and future customer needs. Interns in RRE will have the opportunity to mentor with top engineers in regulated power plants (hydro, solar, natural gas, coal) across the Midwest, Carolinas, and Florida. Students will gain experience in projects related to generation facility safety, efficiencies, system performance, reliability, cost, and environmental compliance. Knowledge will be acquired in plant systems engineering and maintenance, and energy production, including pumps, motors, control systems, heat performance, switch gears, turbines, generators, system inspections, calibrations, and equipment performance.

Requirements

Enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering.
Must not graduate prior to August 2026.
Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Cumulative GPA of 3.8 or higher
Demonstrated technical proficiency in use of computers, software, and engineering applications (CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MATLAB, PSS/E, Power World)
Previous engineering work experience
Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to reach an accomplishment.
Demonstrated leadership qualities through effective decision making.
Works effectively with others from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goal.
Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work.

Responsibilities

Work on real-world projects and learn from experienced engineers.
Gain experience working on projects for generation facility safety, efficiencies, system performance, reliability, cost and environmental compliance.
Gain knowledge for plant systems engineering and maintenance and energy production to include pumps, motors, control systems, heat performance, motors, switch gears, turbines, generators, system inspections, calibrations and equipment performance.