Project Controls Internship - Summer 2027

Build the Future of Energy Through Project Controls

Are you a detail-oriented, analytical student who enjoys solving problems, managing priorities, and helping projects succeed? As a Project Controls Intern at Duke Energy, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting large-scale energy infrastructure projects that power communities and advance our clean energy future.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical project management skills, and contribute to projects that have a real impact on our customers and communities.

Internship Overview

Project Controls Interns support the planning, execution, and monitoring of critical capital projects across Duke Energy's business. Interns work directly with project teams and assist in key project management functions, with increasing responsibility as experience and skills develop.

Potential responsibilities may include:

• Monitoring project costs and schedules

• Supporting project communications and reporting

• Assisting with risk identification and mitigation activities

• Analyzing project performance metrics

• Reviewing schedule and cost management data for quality and accuracy

• Developing reports and dashboards to support project decision-making

Project Controls professionals help ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Through effective cost and schedule management, they provide the insights and reporting needed to drive successful project outcomes.

Explore Our Project Controls Opportunities

As part of the application process, you'll be asked to identify the areas that interest you most. Review the descriptions below and make note of the teams you'd like to learn more about.

Transmission

The Transmission organization supports the design, analysis, assessment, and continuous improvement of Duke Energy's transmission system and substations across our service territory. Teams work on projects that enhance system reliability, support growth, and ensure the safe and efficient delivery of electricity to our customers.

Project Management & Construction (PMC)

Project Management & Construction is leading one of the largest infrastructure buildouts in Duke Energy's history. Interns within PMC gain exposure to the planning and execution of complex, large-scale projects that are helping shape the future of energy. As part of Duke Energy's strategy to meet growing energy demand and advance grid modernization, PMC plans and delivers a diverse portfolio of projects, including:

• Utility-scale solar generation

• Battery energy storage systems

• Natural gas generation facilities