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Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

Position Summary

Be a part of something powerful. If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, it’s Duke Energy. Be a part of a team dedicated to innovation and service. A company with a strategic long-term plan for growth. Help us build a smarter energy future!

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 its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its 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

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Are you a tech-savvy and motivated student with a passion for all things IT? Get ready to enter an immersive journey into the world of technology with an internship that will elevate your skills and ignite your IT career!

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

Program Location for 2024: Charlotte, NC

Click here to learn about a day in the life of a Duke Energy Student Employee.

The Duke Energy Information Technology Summer Internship Program is designed for currently enrolled college students looking to bring their passion, skills, knowledge, and innovative mindset to the energy sector.

IT Interns will gain on-the-job experience and exposure to areas such as, software engineering, data analytics, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and cloud engineering. Ideal candidates should be highly motivated and have the curiosity to take on new complex challenges while contributing directly to team goals along with honing their own skills for future technical and professional endeavors.

Throughout the summer internship, students will learn more about the Enterprise Technology and Security department, as well as the boarder company’s business operations, by attending various site visits, information sessions and networking events with senior leadership and peers.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program as a rising Sophomore or Junior or Senior

• Enrolled in an IT or Engineering related major, such as Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Software Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering

• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid office work environment

• Many of our opportunities require a 40-hour work week

• Housing stipend available when applicable

Don't miss out on this incredible chance to jumpstart your IT career with us. Apply now and be part of a company that's shaping the future of energy.

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Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

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All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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