About the role#
As a Project Controls Intern, you will support the planning, execution, and monitoring of large-scale capital projects. You will work alongside project teams to ensure energy infrastructure initiatives are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This role provides hands-on experience in project management functions, with your responsibilities growing as you gain experience.
What you'll do#
- Monitor project costs and schedules.
- Support project communications and reporting tasks.
- Assist with risk identification and mitigation activities.
- Analyze project performance metrics.
- Review schedule and cost management data for quality and accuracy.
- Develop reports and dashboards to support project decision-making.
- Assist project teams with daily project management functions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year degree program in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Building Science, Accounting, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
- Graduation date no earlier than August 2027.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, for the 10-12 week summer duration.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship.
- Reliable, consistent transportation to the assigned facility.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, is desired.
- Financial, data analytics, or prior project management controls experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
- The role follows a hybrid work model, requiring you to live within a reasonable commute to your designated facility in Charlotte, NC, Roxboro, NC, or Lake Mary, FL.
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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