Nuclear Cybersecurity 2027 Summer Internship

Duke Energy Corporation•Hartsville, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Cyber Security organization provides direct service and support to Duke Energy’s nuclear generating stations across two states and six sites, as well as its general office, to ensure compliance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission-regulated Duke Energy Nuclear Cyber Security Plan and requirements. This internship supports analysis and implementation of complex cybersecurity solutions addressing real and potential threats to nuclear generation assets and equipment. The 2027 summer internship is based at Robinson Nuclear Plant in Hartsville, South Carolina. Interns support Duke Energy’s nuclear generation operations and clean energy plans, gaining hands-on experience through impactful projects, mentorship, training, networking, and professional development. The summer internship/co-op session lasts 10–12 weeks. Many opportunities require a 40-hour work week.

Requirements

Be enrolled in and pursuing a bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or Computer Science.
Must not graduate before August 2027.
Have a cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher.
Possess the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Some opportunities require a valid driver's license.
Depending on work location, may be required to meet requirements for unescorted access/security clearance.
Wear personal protective equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Previous cybersecurity experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to achieve accomplishments.
Demonstrated leadership qualities through effective decision-making.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goals.
Ability to deliver results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning, and execution of assigned work.

Responsibilities

Analyze and implement complex cybersecurity solutions addressing real and potential threats specific to nuclear generation assets and equipment.
Support the Nuclear Cyber Security organization in serving nuclear generating stations and the general office and ensuring compliance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission-regulated Duke Energy Nuclear Cyber Security Plan and requirements.
Contribute to impactful projects supporting Duke Energy’s initiatives and nuclear clean energy plans.