Overview In this co-op role you will contribute to engineering teams across transmission, distribution, project management, EH&S, and grid planning. You'll support design, analysis, and construction activities that advance Duke Energy's grid reliability, safety, and decarbonization goals. You'll gain hands-on experience through rotations, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration. The opportunity supports real-world impact in a leading utility as you explore fit for full-time positions after graduation.
Compensation / Benefits- housing stipend where applicable
- mentorship and career development
- hands-on project experience
- competitive stipend
- professional development opportunities
- flexible work arrangements
Responsibilities- Assist staff engineers in design, analysis, and upgrade projects for transmission or distribution assets
- Support grid planning, system operations, or asset management tasks during rotations
- Contribute to project management, design-build activities, and startup of new generation or renewable projects
- Support safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental oversight activities in EH&S contexts
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver on reliability, safety, and efficiency goals
- Assist with data analysis, modeling, and simulations to inform decisions
- Participate in site visits, construction oversight, and field observations
- Communicate findings and progress through concise reports and presentations
Key requirements- Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
- Ability to complete two non-contiguous co-op sessions
- Technical proficiency with CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MATLAB, PSS/E, Power World
- Previous engineering work experience (preferred)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proven leadership and effective decision-making
- Ability to prioritize and deliver results within deadlines
- Valid driver's license may be required
- Commitment to full-time 40 hours/week for 16 weeks (Jan-May 2027)
- Written and oral communication
- Leadership
- Collaboration with diverse teams
- CAD tools
- MFAD
- STAAD Pro
