Returning Engineering Intern/Co-op Spring 2027

Duke Energy Corporation•Charlotte, NC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build an exciting, rewarding career with Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company and one of the largest electric power holding companies in the U.S. We are dedicated to driving the future of reliable, affordable, and cleaner energy. Join us in our mission to build a smarter energy future and help drive our transition to net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. As a college student, Duke Energy offers extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, career development resources, job growth, and a reputable name in the industry. We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs.

Requirements

Enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Industrial & Systems Engineering OR enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or Construction Management.
Must not graduate prior to August 2026
Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Previous Duke Energy intern/co-op experience
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 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.
Valid driver's license
Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.

Responsibilities

Work on real-world projects and learn from experienced engineers.
Manage equipment reliability and perform analysis and design of transmission lines and structures, protection and controls systems, and physical/electrical components within Duke Energy’s transmission system (Transmission).
Undertake short-term responsibilities in variety of groups including electric distribution design, distribution system planning, distribution system operations, distribution asset management or distribution project management. Manage/maintain equipment, assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete designs for equipment install/replacement, and provide oversight of the distribution system (Distribution).
Support staff professionals who manage the inspection and oversight of groundwater related environmental projects and components at Duke Energy’s generating stations. Provide support of state and federal environmental regulations, permits siting, licensing/relicensing for groundwater and coal ash related work throughout the Carolinas. May also work on groundwater remediation projects and groundwater monitoring projects (Environmental Health and Safety).
Mentor with top ranked engineers in regulated power plants – including hydro, solar, natural gas, and coal generation throughout the Midwest, Carolinas, and Florida. 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 (Regulated and Renewable Energy).
Develop, design, construct and startup of new power generation assets including renewable solar and bulk energy storage, new simple and combined cycle turbines, as well as developing projects for advanced nuclear, pumped storage hydro, and other emerging technologies (Project Management & Construction).
Learn about how Natural Gas is distributed to over 1.5 million customers (Natural Gas).
Support Duke Energy's clean energy plans by working on projects such as uprating existing fleet, moving reactors to 24-month fuel cycles, and exploring possibilities of high enrichment and high burnup fuel (Nuclear).
Work on near-term engineering priorities involving front end engineering design (FEED) for selected SMR technology and site-specific engineering development for the Belews Creek site. Make an impact on the future of the Duke Energy carbon free energy portfolio (New Nuclear Generation).