Duke Energy Corporation · 2 hours ago
Engineering Co-op Fall 2026
Duke Energy Corporation is one of the largest electric power holding companies in the U.S., committed to creating a cleaner energy future. They are seeking an Engineering Co-op for Fall 2026, where students will gain hands-on experience in various engineering disciplines and contribute to impactful projects while receiving mentorship and training opportunities.
Clean EnergyEnergyHardwareHydroelectricOil and GasService Industry
Responsibilities
Work with different work groups within your department for each session to get a diverse experience and better determine your best fit for full-time placement opportunities with Duke Energy following graduation
Work with staff engineers to manage equipment reliability and perform analysis and design of transmission lines and structures, protection and controls systems, and physical/electrical components within Duke Energy’s transmission system
Undertake short-term responsibilities in a variety of groups including electric distribution design, distribution system planning, distribution system operations, distribution asset management or distribution project management
Assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete designs for equipment install/replacement, and provide oversight of the distribution system
Work with PMC engineers and project managers to develop, design, construct and startup new power generation assets, including renewable solar and bulk energy storage projects
Gain experience working on projects for generation facility safety, efficiencies, system performance, reliability, cost and environmental compliance
Evaluate load additions in transmission-level analysis and analysis of generator additions and modifications
Qualification
Required
Enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Electrical, Aerospace, Computer Engineering OR enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management or Computer Aided Drafting & Design
Must not graduate prior to Dec 2026
Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higher
Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 16-week co-op (August 2026 - December 2026)
Preferred
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Ability to work a minimum of two non-contiguous co-op sessions
Demonstrated technical proficiency in use of computers, software, and engineering applications (CAD tools, MFAD, STAAD Pro, MATLAB, PSS/E, Power World)
Previous engineering work experience
Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to reach an accomplishment
Demonstrated leadership qualities through effective decision making
Works effectively with others from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goal
Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work
Benefits
Housing stipend available when applicable
Competitive Stipend
Hands-On Experience
Mentorship and Growth
Networking Opportunities
Professional Development
Company
Duke Energy Corporation
Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2023-04-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1978-01-13IPO
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