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Duke Energy Offers Students:
On-the-job experience: Working independently as well as part of a high-performing team while having an end-to-end ownership of a distinct deliverable that has a direct impact on the business. You will begin to build a robust set of career-impacting interpersonal communication skills by actively participating in your team's day-to-day activities.
A speaker series (virtual and/or in-person): Duke Energy’s top leaders share their career paths, tips and advice, while also sharing insights on the business organizations they serve.
Engagement and social activities with other interns: We promote community involvement and networking with other summer interns and full-time employees. You will have the opportunity to create lasting professional relationships, build your network, and take advantage of a diverse and rapidly growing workforce.
Competitive Hourly Pay & 401K contributions
Meaningful work assignments that impact sustainability within the energy industry
Mentorships and networking opportunities with Duke Energy Leaders
Opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation
Opportunity to present to leadership and your peers your impactful contribution towards our path to net zero
Position Summary
Transmission Engineering manages the design, assessment, and analysis of substations and transmission facilities throughout the Duke Energy service area. This department is also responsible for any upgrades to these facilities to ensure safe and reliable operation of the assets. As a student employee, you will work with staff engineers to manage equipment reliability and design of structures, systems, and components within Duke Energy’s transmission system through drafting support, 3D modeling, document management, and compilation of construction packages.
This intern position is open to students pursuing degrees in all Engineering Technologist disciplines. In addition to working within your discipline, you may be asked to work across a multi-engineering discipline platform.
Work location will have a primary location in Lake Mary, FL with possible occasional travel within the Duke Energy service territory.
Basic Qualifications
Currently enrolled and pursuing a two or four-year degree in Engineering Technology
Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75
Must not graduate prior to August 2024
Valid driver’s license
Desired Qualifications
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Demonstrated technical proficiency in use of computers, software, and engineering applications (CAD tools, Inventor)
Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrates ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to reach an accomplishment
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
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the summer.
Hybrid work environment – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.
Candidates who are hired for an on-site or hybrid role and reside outside of 50 miles from their assigned work location may be eligible for a housing stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses and will be determined at time of offer.
Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, appropriate clothing, ear plugs, fall protection, etc.), as needed
Potential for travel to project locations
Valid driver’s license
Why Duke Energy?
Duke Energy is one of America’s largest utilities, serving more than 9 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve our goal of net-zero methane emissions from our natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. Click here to learn more.
Don't miss out on this incredible chance to jumpstart your engineering career with us. Apply now and be part of a company that's shaping the future of energy.
Travel Requirements
5-15%Posting Expiration Date
Friday, April 5, 2024All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.
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