Human Resources Internship Summer 2026

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.

Job Description Click here to learn about a day in the life of a Duke Energy Student Employee. Program Location for 2026:

Charlotte, NC

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

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

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our Human Resource team! The Human Resources Intern Program is designed for current college students specializing in Human Resources. The purpose of this intern program is to allow students to gain practical, hands-on experience in various functions within Human Resources at Duke Energy.

Assignments May Include

- HR Consulting Services - This rotation will provide you with the opportunity to learn how the HR consultants contribute to the success of the business. Responsibilities will include providing manager and employee support in the areas of employee development, performance management, organization effectiveness, diversity and inclusion and employee relations.

- Compensation and Benefits - A rotation in Compensation and Benefits will provide you with an overview of Duke Energy’s total rewards philosophy. In this rotation, you will gain exposure to compensation and incentive design, compensation administration, job evaluation and/or health and wellness benefits.

- Talent Acquisition - A rotation in Talent Acquisition will give you the opportunity to interface with various facets of Duke Energy and learn about a specific business. In this rotation, you may have responsibility for sourcing, reviewing and evaluating candidates while managing the candidate experience.

- HR Operations - A rotation in HR Operations will provide you with exposure to the activities required to provide a great employee experience across a large employee base. You may have responsibility for supporting HR technology, project management, analytics, self-service and payroll.

- Employee Relations - A rotation in Employee Relations will give you the opportunity to facilitate the resolution of workplace issues. You will learn about employee investigations, employment policies, case management and disciplinary actions.

- Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) - A rotation in D&I will provide an opportunity to gain experiences working with business units and councils to define and execute on D&I strategies. Additionally, this role will partner with other HR functions to support the enterprise D&I work such as data reporting, development program and talent identification.

- Employee Engagement – A rotation in Employee Engagement will expose you to operationalizing engagement measurement, programs and strategies. You will have the opportunity to influence and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to drive employee engagement strategies and share insights and best practices to foster a culture of engagement and innovation.

Working Conditions

- Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations.

- Housing stipend available when applicable

- Many of our opportunities require a 40-hour work week.

- Internship summer session length is 10-12 weeks

Basic/Required Qualifications

- Currently enrolled and actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a graduation date no earlier than August 2026

- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

- Knowledge of current human resources practices

- Experience with Microsoft Office products

Desired Qualifications

- Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master's degree with a concentration in Human Resource Management, Industrial/ Organizational Psychology or Organization Development (or closely related field)

- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and teamwork skills

- Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

- Ability to plan, organize and execute deliverables within the agreed upon timeframe and budget

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to integrate and summarize information into an easy to understand format

- Demonstrated effective leadership skills through on-campus, extracurricular/volunteer activities, previous work experiences, etc.

- Attention to detail

- High level of proficiency with PowerPoint and Excel

Don't miss out on this incredible chance to jumpstart your HR 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

Wednesday, September 17, 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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