UX Design Internship – Summer 2027

Duke Energy•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Duke Energy UX Design Summer Internship program is designed for currently enrolled college students looking to bring their creativity, problem-solving skills, innovative mindset, and passion for user-centered design to the energy industry. As part of Duke Energy's Information Technology organization, UX Design Interns will participate in meaningful business and technology initiatives while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Interns will collaborate with UX designers, product teams, developers, and business stakeholders to help design intuitive, accessible, and impactful digital experiences for employees and customers. Throughout the summer, interns will gain exposure to Duke Energy's business operations, build professional networks with fellow interns and experienced leaders, and develop practical skills that can be applied in future academic and professional pursuits.

Requirements

Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in User Experience (UX) Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, Product Design, Psychology, Economics, Information Science, Computer Science, or related field
Valid driver's license
Must not graduate prior to May 2027
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.0 or higher
Exposure to or familiarity with: User experience design
User research and usability testing
Design thinking and human-centered design
Wireframing and prototyping
Information architecture
Interaction design principles
Accessibility and inclusive design
Experience using tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Miro, or similar platforms
Leadership potential demonstrated through extracurricular activities, clubs, volunteer work, or project teams
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Self-driven, motivated, and proactive
Strong curiosity and willingness to learn
Previous internship experience

Responsibilities

Conduct user research and gather customer insights
Create personas, journey maps, and experience maps
Develop spec-driven prototypes by writing specifications and requirements gathering
Participate in usability testing and user feedback sessions
Support design thinking workshops and innovation initiatives
Contribute to product design and digital experience improvements
Learn about accessibility, inclusive design, and UX best practices
Partner with cross-functional teams to solve complex business and technology challenges
Network with peers, mentors, and senior leaders across the organization