Engineering Intern/Co-op

Work on real-world engineering projects and learn from experienced engineers Support transmission engineering design, assessment, analysis, equipment reliability, transmission lines, structures, protection and controls systems, and physical/electrical components Undertake responsibilities in electric distribution design, system planning, operations, asset management, and project management Manage and maintain equipment, assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete equipment installation/replacement designs, and oversee distribution systems Support groundwater‑related environmental projects, inspections, monitoring, remediation, permits, licensing/relicensing, and regulatory compliance Work on generation facility safety, efficiency, system performance, reliability, cost, environmental compliance, plant systems, maintenance, and energy production Develop, design, construct, and start up renewable generation, energy storage, turbines, advanced nuclear, pumped storage hydro, and emerging technologies Support natural gas distribution operations Support nuclear generation engineering priorities, fleet uprates, fuel‑cycle projects, and advanced fuel evaluations Work on front‑end engineering design for small modular reactor technology and site‑specific engineering development Collaborate with engineers and project managers in office and field construction assignments Potentially travel to project sites and work 40‑hour weeks during a 10–12‑week summer session Requirements Enrolled in and pursuing an ABET‑accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nuclear, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial & Systems Engineering Alternatively enrolled in and pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or Construction Management Must not graduate prior to August 2026 Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher Previous Duke Energy intern/co‑op experience preferred Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred Demonstrated technical proficiency with computers, software, and engineering applications, including CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro,

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, PSS/E, and Power World Previous engineering work experience preferred Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to reach an accomplishment Leadership qualities through effective decision making Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds Ability to deliver results within allocated time through prioritization, scheduling, planning, and execution Some opportunities require a valid driver’s license Reliable, consistent transportation required May be required to meet unescorted access/security clearance requirements Must wear required personal protective equipment Must be able to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment‑based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future Core Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in engineering design and analysis, particularly in transmission systems, renewable energy, and environmental compliance. Capable of effective project management and collaboration in diverse teams while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Highest‑signal resume keywords Transmission Engineering Design Renewable Energy Development Project Management Environmental Compliance Technical Proficiency with CAD Tools ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Engineering Design System Planning Equipment Reliability Grid Planning Environmental Monitoring Energy Production Nuclear Engineering Construction Management Asset Management Safety Compliance Soft Skills Excellent Communication Skills Leadership Qualities Effective Decision Making Collaboration Time Management Industry Keywords Electric Distribution Groundwater Environmental Projects Nuclear Generation Natural Gas Distribution Small Modular Reactor Technology Tools & Technologies CAD Tools MFAD STAAD Pro MATLAB

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