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?
- Career Development: Duke Energy provides extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources to help new students grow professionally.
- 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.
- Work-Life Balance: The company supports a healthy work‑life balance with flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs.
Internship Overview:
This position is responsible for supporting the Duke Energy Corporate Archives archivist. Responsibilities include assisting with archival organization, item description, preservation work, research, digitizing and database entry. The objective of this position is to provide a successful candidate a means of using their knowledge of the fundamentals of history and archives through observation and hands‑on experience in the Corporate Archives. A successful candidate for this position will:
Learn about the role and function of the archives within the setting of a corporate business
Develop research skills related to identifying irreplaceable and unique archival material
Learn about collection development
Observe and engage in activities related to basic collection processing and preservation according to best practices and standards
Observe and engage in activities related to information management, data streamlining methods, and data cleanup.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist the Archivist within the Corporate Archives: Organize, prep, rehouse, and catalog donations of various types
- Scan photograph negatives, prints and other types of material to preservation standards
- Provide collection management database reviews, updates and edits
- Stack management
Basic Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled and pursuing a four‑year, Bachelor's degree in a History‑related discipline, including but not limited to: Art History, Museum Studies, Library & Information Science
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Must not graduate prior to August 2027
- Previous Duke Energy internship or co‑op experience.
- Copy of transcripts required with application
Desired Qualifications:
- Ability to multi‑task and work across various internal and external customers to achieve goal
- Demonstrated experience with, or knowledge of, the fundamentals of public history, archives, or records management
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Possess strong organizational and time management skills
- Possess basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Possess capacity to learn and perform basic archival work
- Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work productively and self‑motivated
- Possess an interest in history, archives, or libraries
- Possesses archives and digital repository experience
Working Conditions:
- Internship Summer Session length is 10‑12 weeks
Mobility Classification:
- Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at a company facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.
- Valid Drivers License required
Compensation and Benefits:
- Hourly pay - a minimum of full‑time summer (i.e. 10‑12 weeks, 40 hours a week)
- Student Housing Stipend available for applicable candidates
- Travel Requirements 5‑15%
- Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
Eligibility and Compliance:
- Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening prior to employment
- No Represented/Union Position
- No Visa Sponsored Position
- This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment‑based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Duke Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the laws set forth in the Department of Labor EEO Poster and Supplement.
We are one of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States, supplying and delivering electricity to approximately 7.4 million U.S. customers. We have approximately 52,700 megawatts of electric generating capacity in the Carolinas, the Midwest and Florida – and natural gas distribution services serving more than 1.5 million customers in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and the Carolinas. Our commercial and international businesses own and operate diverse power generation assets in North America and Latin America, including a portfolio of renewable energy assets. Regardless of your skill set or specific interest, we're looking for the best and brightest talent in the industry. Our people make us great - and we're always looking for more. Find your career path today at Duke Energy, where it's more than a career - it's a chance to make a difference in people's lives.
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