About the role#
The Enterprise Protective Services Threat Intelligence internship is a professional development program for students interested in critical infrastructure protection. You will work on security projects and gain hands-on experience within a major energy company. This role provides exposure to company operations and allows you to build professional connections through networking with peers and senior staff.
What you'll do#
- Conduct open-source intelligence (OSINT) research to identify potential threats to the energy sector.
- Collect and process data for security assessments.
- Participate in structured analysis to identify and understand security risks.
- Create intelligence products based on specific requirements to help protect critical infrastructure.
- Gain exposure to regulatory compliance standards for infrastructure protection.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year degree program majoring in Criminal Justice, National Security, Intelligence, or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of at least 2.75.
- A graduation date no earlier than August 2027.
- Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with work performed both remotely and onsite.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Position Type: Full-time, paid internship.
About Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy Corporation is a large energy holding company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. It provides electric utility services to 8.4 million customers and natural gas services to 1.7 million customers across several states. The company manages 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity through a mix of renewable, nuclear, and natural gas generation. It is currently working on grid upgrades and a transition toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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