Duke Energy Corporation

The Federal Affairs, Sustainability and Policy Intern - Summer 2025

LocationWashington, DC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

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!

Duke Energy is one of America’s largest utilities, serving more than 9 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Duke Energy is executing an aggressive clean energy transition to achieve its goals of net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. Click here to learn more.

Forbes names Duke Energy as a World’s Best Employer
Duke Energy Foundation celebrates 40 years of community impact
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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.

Click here to learn about a day in the life of a Duke Energy Student Employee.

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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