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Duke Energy Fall 2024 Engineering Co-op

Please note: Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 16 week co-op (August 2024 - December 2024).

Co-op students are encouraged to participate in two to three sessions within Duke Energy prior to graduation. You will work with different work groups within your department for each session to get a diverse experience and better determine your best fit for full-time placement opportunities with Duke Energy following graduation. You will work with your program coordinator during your initial session to determine your future Spring, Summer, or Fall sessions.

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Duke Energy Offers Co-Op 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.

• Engagement and social activities with other co-ops: We promote community involvement and networking with other summer co-ops 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

Required Qualifications

• Enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial & Systems Engineering OR enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or construction management.

• Must not graduate prior to December 2024

• Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher

More information about desired qualifications and working conditions at the bottom. See below for more information on the types of programs that are offered. Take notes of what you are interested in, we’ll ask you about this later in the application questions!

Program Locations for 2024: Potential opportunities at locations across our footprint: North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Tennessee, Ohio, Kentucky, and Florida.

Regulated and Renewable Energy (RRE) - Creates electricity with a diverse mix of regulated power plants – including hydro, solar, natural gas, and coal generation throughout the Midwest, Carolinas, and Florida. As a co-op, your project work will consist of engineering work related to your engineering major and may include designing engineering work or implementing engineering work at generation facilities. Check out a day in the life of our Manager of Hydro projects! Preferred Majors: Electrical, Mechanical

Transmission - 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 co-op, you will work with staff engineers to manage equipment reliability and perform analysis and design of structures, systems, and components within Duke Energy’s transmission system. Preferred Majors: Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Engineering Technology

Distribution – Distribution Engineering manages the design, operation, and planning of the grid. Customer Delivery is committed to delivering energy to our customers reliably and efficiently; while maintaining our focus on safety, sustainability, and a smarter, more flexible grid. As a co-op, you will 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. During your rotation(s), you will work with staff engineers to manage/maintain equipment, assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete designs for equipment install/replacement, and provide oversight of the distribution system. Preferred Major: Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial & Systems Engineering, or Construction Management

Environmental Health and Safety - Waste & Groundwater Group supports staff professionals who manage the inspection and oversight of groundwater related environmental projects and components at Duke Energy’s generating stations. This group provides support of state and federal environmental regulations, permits siting, licensing/relicensing for groundwater and coal ash related work throughout the Carolinas. This co-op may also work on groundwater remediation projects and groundwater monitoring projects. Preferred Majors: Civil, Environmental, Chemical

Desired Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Ability to work a minimum of two non-contiguous co-op sessions

• Demonstrated technical proficiency in use of computers, software, and engineering applications (CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MatLab, PSS/E, PowerWorld)

• Previous engineering work experience

• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills

• Demonstrates 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

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 16 week co-op (August 2024 - December 2024).

• Hybrid and onsite work environment opportunities

  • Candidates who are hired for an on-site role 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.

• Some opportunities require a valid driver’s license

• Depending on work location, exposure to mechanical, electrical, noisy and/or other hazards

• Depending on work location, may be required to meet requirements for unescorted access/security clearance

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, appropriate clothing, ear plugs, fall protection, etc.), as needed

• Potential travel to project sites

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.

• Forbes names Duke Energy as a World’s Best Employer

• Duke Energy donates over $70 million to communities in need

• Click here for Duke Energy’s Social Media

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.

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