About the role#
This internship is part of the Waste and Groundwater Programs group within the Environmental, Health, and Safety organization. You will support compliance with state and federal environmental requirements related to waste management, coal combustion residuals, groundwater monitoring, and corrective-action programs. This role focuses on office-based technical work with opportunities to interact with state and federal agency representatives.
What you'll do#
- Assist environmental professionals with the review and management of analytical and compliance data.
- Prepare reports, plans, procedures, and regulatory submittals.
- Evaluate monitoring results.
- Coordinate with laboratories, site personnel, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
- Support waste characterization and disposal activities.
- Conduct records reviews and permit assessments.
- Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an ABET-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
- Graduation date no earlier than August 2027.
- Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher (3.2 or higher is preferred).
- Technical proficiency in software and engineering applications such as CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MATLAB, PSS/E, or Power World.
- Previous engineering work experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and manage project tasks through to completion.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid summer 2027 internship lasting 10 to 12 weeks.
- Positions are available in Charlotte, NC; Arden, NC; Salisbury, NC; Stanley, NC; Roxboro, NC; Tuckasegee, NC; Owensville, IN; Edwardsport, IN; Noblesville, IN; Trenton, FL; Crystal River, FL; and Union, KY.
- Work modality includes both hybrid and on-site options.
- Some roles may require a valid driver’s license, travel to project sites, or the use of personal protective equipment.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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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