The Federal Affairs, Sustainability and Policy Intern - Summer 2025

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.

Be a part of something powerful. If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, it’s Duke Energy. Be a part of a team dedicated to innovation and service. A company with a strategy long-term plan for growth. Help us build a smarter energy future!

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Are you a motivated and eager student ready to experience the fast-paced world of corporate excellence? Look no further! Join us for an internship that will empower your skills, ignite your potential, and lay the foundation for a successful corporate career.

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The Federal Affairs, Sustainability and Policy Intern will work with the Duke Energy Federal Affairs, Sustainability and Policy teams.

• The Duke Energy Federal Affairs Team ensures that the company’s interests are represented at the national level by engaging with the legislative and regulatory processes. This position will support the team in monitoring and analyzing federal activity, preparing presentations and reports, and evaluating energy policy relevant to Duke.
• The Sustainability team assists the company in reviewing and advising on the internal controls for the reporting of sustainability matters and leads company efforts to voluntarily disclose information on climate & resiliency, social impact and governance & integrity. In addition, they assist with evolving forward and focusing on sustainability issues that are most relevant to our business and stakeholders, and where we have the best opportunity to make the biggest impact.
• The Policy team’s mission is to drive the company’s public policy agenda and shape a constructive policy landscape that moves our business forward -- balancing reliability, affordability, and increasingly clean energy – through external and internal engagement and thought leadership.
  
  

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's in Economics Government
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher
  
  

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment
• 40-hour work week
  
  

Don't miss out on this incredible chance to jumpstart your career with us. Apply now and be part of a company that's shaping the future of energy.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Posting Expiration Date

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

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

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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