Engineering Co op Spring 2026

Job description

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.

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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:

1.

Career Development: Duke Energy provides extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources to help students grow professionally.

2.

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.

3.

Work-Life Balance: The company supports a healthy work-life balance with flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs.

Co-op students are encouraged to participate in two to three sessions within Duke Energy to obtain the fullest experience prior to graduation.

You will 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.

You will work with your program coordinator during your initial session to determine your future Spring, Summer, or Fall sessions.

Please note: Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 16-week co-op (January 2026 - May 2026).

Basic/Required Qualifications

More information about desired qualifications and working conditions at the bottom.

See below for more information on the types of programs that could be offered.

Take notes of what you are interested in, we’ll ask you about this later in the application questions!

Program Locations for 2026: Opportunities at locations across our footprint: North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Florida.

You will also be able to provide location preferences in the application questions.

Transmission - Transmission Engineering manages the design, assessment and analysis of substations and transmission facilities throughout the Duke Energy service area.

This department is also responsible for any upgrades to these facilities to ensure safe and reliable operation of the assets.

As a co-op, you will 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.

Preferred Majors: Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Engineering Technology, CAD

Distribution – Distribution Engineering manages the design, operation, and planning of the grid.

Distribution is committed to delivering energy to our customers reliably and efficiently; while maintaining our focus on safety, sustainability, and a smarter, more flexible grid.

As a co-op, you will undertake short-term responsibilities in variety of groups including electric distribution design, distribution system planning, distribution system operations, distribution asset management or distribution project management.

During your rotation(s), you will work with staff engineers to manage/maintain equipment, assist with grid planning and sectionalization, complete designs for equipment install/replacement, and provide oversight of the distribution system.

Preferred Majors: Mechanical, Electrical, or Construction Management, Civil, Computer, or Industrial & Systems

Project Management & Construction (PMC) – PMC is responsible for building our new power generation assets and is in early stages of the largest buildout in the history of the company.

As part of Duke Energy’s broader strategy to meet rising customer demand and decarbonize the grid, PMC is actively planning and building renewable solar and bulk energy storage, new simple and combined cycle turbines, as well as developing projects for advanced nuclear, pumped storage hydro, and other emerging technologies.

Co-ops would work with PMC engineers and projects managers to develop, design, construct and startup of all these technologies, with both office and field construction assignments available in the Carolinas, Midwest, and Florida.

Come be part of the energy transformation! Preferred Majors: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial & Systems Engineering

Regulated and Renewable Energy (RRE) - Duke Energy Regulated and Renewable Energy generates electricity with an ever-expanding diverse energy mix to meet current and future energy needs for our customers! Come and experience a collaborative working environment for the future of generation! As a student employee, this is an exciting time to work in the utility industry! You will have the opportunity to mentor with top ranked engineers in our regulated power plants – including hydro, solar, natural gas, and coal generation throughout the Midwest, Carolinas, and Florida.

Students will gain experience working on projects for generation facility safety, efficiencies, system performance, reliability, cost and environmental compliance.

Knowledge will be gained for plant systems engineering and maintenance and energy production to include pumps, motors, control systems, heat performance, motors, switch gears, turbines, generators, system inspections, calibrations and equipment performance.

Preferred Major: Mechanical, Civil, Electrical

Engineering opportunities in other business areas may also be available.

Desired Qualifications

Working Conditions

What You’ll Get:

Join us this Fall at Duke Energy and be a part of a team that’s lighting the way to a brighter, more innovative, sustainable future!

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Travel Requirements

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

Represented/Union Position

Visa Sponsored Position

Posting Expiration Date

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Required Skill Profession

Engineers