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More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.
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.
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:
Career Development: Duke Energy provides extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources to help students grow professionally.
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.
Work-Life Balance: The company supports a healthy work-life balance with flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs.
Internship Overview:
Make an impact with Duke Energy's Enterprise Solutions & Services Change Management Summer Internship. Join a team that leads organizational change management and readiness for technology and security efforts affecting our enterprise. This isn't just an internship; it's your opportunity to gain real-world experience, work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and contribute to meaningful change.
Roles / Responsibilities may include:
Change Management: Support and execute plans to prepare, equip and support others through change including sponsorship, coaching, communications, training and resistance management plans
Communication & Training Execution: Support development and execution of easy-to-understand and creative communication and/or training to effectively prepare our internal clients for change
What We're Looking For:
Strong Communicators: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of crafting clear and compelling messages
Collaborative Team Players: Ability to thrive in a team environment, bringing diverse perspectives and energy to collaborative efforts
Detail-Oriented Individuals: Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and efforts effectively
Problem Solvers: Curious individuals who can identify problems, develop creative solutions and take actions to resolve them
Basic/Required Qualifications
Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree as a rising senior or graduate student in Psychology, Communications, Marketing, Human Resources, Business or related field
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
Must not graduate prior to August 2026
Valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications:
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Exposure to or familiarity with areas such as change management, human resources, marketing/communications or people-related field
Leadership potential or skills displayed through extracurricular activities (e.g., sports, community service, clubs and academic organizations)
Strong interest in emerging technologies, including Generative AI and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI), with a focus on learning and applying these skills to real-world efforts
Willingness to take on a variety of different tasks and efforts
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Previous change management / readiness, design or corporate experience
Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
Self-driven, motivated and proactive
Working Conditions:
Location: Charlotte, NC
Hybrid mobility classification - work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations. In office 3 days per week.
Minimal to no travel required.
This opportunity requires a 40-hour work week.
Internship summer session length is 10-12 weeks.
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
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No
Represented/Union Position No
Visa Sponsored Position No Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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