Waste & Groundwater Programs Summer Engineering Internship 2027

Duke Energy • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

This summer engineering internship is part of Duke Energy’s Waste and Groundwater Programs group within its Environmental, Health, and Safety organization. The group supports compliance with state and federal environmental requirements related to waste management, coal combustion residuals, groundwater monitoring, and corrective-action programs at generating facilities.

Interns may assist environmental professionals with reviewing and managing analytical and compliance data; preparing reports, plans, procedures, and regulatory submittals; evaluating monitoring results; and coordinating with laboratories, site personnel, consultants, and regulatory agencies. Other assignments may involve waste characterization and disposal, records reviews, permit and regulatory assessments, and continuous-improvement initiatives. The role focuses on office-based technical work and may include interaction with state and federal agency representatives.

The 2027 program offers opportunities at locations across Duke Energy’s footprint in North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Florida. The internship session lasts 10–12 weeks. Many opportunities require a 40-hour work week. Work may be hybrid or onsite, and some positions may require travel to project sites, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, personal protective equipment, and the ability to meet site access or security requirements.

Duke Energy describes itself as a Fortune 150 company and one of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States. Its mission includes supporting reliable, affordable, cleaner energy and transitioning electricity generation to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in and pursuing an ABET-accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil, Chemical, and/or Environmental Engineering.
• Must not graduate before August 2027.
• Have a cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Possess all basic/required qualifications to be considered.
• Be able to work lawfully in the United States without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Have reliable, consistent transportation to arrive on time at the applicable facility.
• Possess a valid driver’s license; the posting states this among working-condition requirements and notes that some opportunities require one.
• Be prepared to wear personal protective equipment as needed.
• Meet requirements for unescorted site access or security clearance where required by work location.

Nice To Haves

• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Technical proficiency with computers, software, and engineering applications; examples listed include CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MATLAB, PSS/E, and Power World.
• Previous engineering work experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to achieve accomplishments.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and effective decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds toward a common goal.
• Ability to deliver results within allocated time through prioritization, scheduling, planning, and execution of assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with review and management of analytical and compliance data.
• Help prepare reports, plans, procedures, and regulatory submittals.
• Evaluate monitoring results.
• Coordinate with laboratories, site personnel, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Support waste characterization and disposal activities, records reviews, permit and regulatory assessments, and continuous-improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Contribute to real-world engineering projects and Duke Energy initiatives.

Benefits

• Housing stipend available when applicable.
• Competitive stipend.
• Mentorship from industry professionals and training sessions.
• Networking opportunities with peers, mentors, and leaders in the energy sector.
• Access to professional-development workshops and resources.
• The posting describes flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs as benefits of working at Duke Energy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern