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 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:
Are you an energetic, hardworking science student with a passion for the electric power industry and environmental sustainability? Duke Energy's Environmental Services Internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Environmental, Health, and Safety Department. You will assist with essential environmental monitoring and compliance tasks, contributing to our mission of sustainability and environmental management.
Key Responsibilities:Water Quality Monitoring: Assist team staff with water monitoring near Duke Energy properties, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Field Support: Participate in field preparations, equipment maintenance, and sample collection, including aquatic plant surveys, fisheries monitoring, and meteorological instrumentation maintenance.
Data Analysis: Support data analysis and bottle preparations, helping to interpret and report environmental data accurately.
Environmental Compliance: Work on projects related to environmental governance and compliance, gaining insight into regulatory requirements and best practices.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with various teams within the Environmental, Health, and Safety Department, gaining a comprehensive view of environmental management within the energy sector.
See below for specific information on the types of programs that are offered within our EHS department. Take notes of what you are interested in, we'll ask you about this later in the application questions!
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Water Resources Group (Brunswick Nuclear Plant, Huntersville, NC)
A successful candidate will assist Water Resources staff with biological sampling efforts that could include electrofishing, seining, gill netting, and macroinvertebrate sampling on waterbodies near Duke Energy properties in the Carolinas. Intern will also assist with equipment maintenance, field preparations, and other sampling duties as requested. In addition to fisheries work, intern will support various field and office work activities related to other environmental projects as needed
Environmental Services (Huntersville, NC)
The successful candidate will assist team staff with following lab procedures supporting Duke Energy facilities and properties in the Carolinas. The Intern will also assist with equipment maintenance, bottle preparations, and other sampling duties as requested.
Field Support (Huntersville, NC, Crystal River, FL)
The candidate will assist Duke Energy by supporting tasks to that keep the generating facilities in compliance. This may include water quality sampling, facilitating inspections, and attending trainings. This position is considered on-site and local travel will be required.
Basic/Required Qualifications:
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Must be currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's or master's in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Chemistry, Natural Sciences, Ecology, or related major.
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Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
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Must not graduate prior to August 2026
Desired Qualifications:
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Proficiency in data analysis, environmental monitoring techniques, and basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
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Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Ability to work effectively with diverse teams to achieve common goals.
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Strong organizational and time management skills to manage tasks efficiently and accurately.
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Willingness and ability to conduct fieldwork, sometimes under varying weather conditions.
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A strong interest in pursuing a career in the energy industry and environmental management.
Duke Energy
526 S Church St
Charlotte
North Carolina United States
www.duke-energy.com
