Project Controls Summer Intern

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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.

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Program Location for 2025: Charlotte, NC; Lake Mary, FL

About Us:

Duke Energy, one of the largest electric powers holding company in the U.S., is a Fortune 150 company dedicated to driving the future of reliable, affordable and cleaner energy. Join us in our mission to build a smarter energy future and help drive our transition to net-zero methane emissions by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050.

Why Duke Energy?

Here are the top 3 reasons why working at Duke Energy as a college student is the number one choice for you:

1. Career Development: Duke Energy provides extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources to help new students grow professionally.

2. Growth and Reputation: As one of the largest energy companies in the U.S., Duke Energy offers job growth and a reputable name in the industry, which can be advantageous for future career prospects.

3. Work-Life Balance: The company supports a healthy work-life balance with flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs.

Internship Overview:

Work on live projects that are critical to the success of our organization, giving you concrete experience and outcomes to be proud of. At Duke Energy, our Project Controls interns assist with managing a portfolio of real capital projects and will be assigned responsibility for specific tasks within the project management process as experience and skills are developed. This can include cost, schedule, communications, risk management, quality assurance of scheduling and cost management data, and metric reporting.

Project Controls focuses on cost and schedule to ensure the project stays on schedule and within budget. Project C ontrols also generates reporting to effectively monitor and manage project performance to help the project be successful.

Basic Qualifications
• Enrolled and pursuing Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, Finance, Construction Management, Data Analytics, Project Management or other closely related degree
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Must not graduate before August 2025

Desired Qualifications
• Microsoft Excel experience, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP etc.
• Financial experience
• Data analytics experience
• Prior project management controls experience

Working Conditions
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the summer.
• Potential for travel to project locations
• Hybrid mobility classification - work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations. In office 2-3 days per week.
• Housing stipend available when applicable
• Internship summer session length is 10-12 weeks

What You'll Get:
• Hands-On Experience: Engage in impactful projects that contribute to Duke Energy's innovative initiatives.
• Mentorship and Growth: Receive mentorship from industry professionals and participate in training sessions to enhance your skills.
• Networking Opportunities: Build lasting connections with peers, mentors, and leaders in the energy sector.
• Competitive Stipend: Earn a competitive stipend while gaining invaluable experience.
• Professional Development: Access to workshops and resources to support your academic and career growth.

Join us this summer at Duke Energy and be a part of a team that's lighting the way to a brighter, more innovative, sustainable future!

Travel Requirements

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No

Represented/Union Position No

Visa Sponsored Position No

Posting Expiration Date

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

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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