Energy UX Design Intern — Build Accessible UX

Duke Energy Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking a UX Design Intern in Charlotte, NC. You will work with UX designers, product teams, developers, and stakeholders to design intuitive and accessible digital experiences for employees and customers.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience, collaboration, and exposure to real business challenges in the energy sector. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, with a focus on UX/HCI, and possess strong communication, curiosity,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in UX/HCI/Design or related field.
• GPA expectations: strong academic performance.
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and gather customer insights.
• Create personas, journey maps, and experience maps.
• Develop spec-driven prototypes by writing specifications.
• Participate in usability testing and user feedback sessions.
• Support design thinking workshops and innovation initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve digital experiences.
• Learn about accessibility and inclusive design practices.
• Network with peers, mentors, and leaders across the organization.

Skills

User research

Usability testing

Wireframing

Prototyping

Information architecture

Interaction design

Accessibility awareness

Collaboration

Communication

Curiosity & learning

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in UX/HCI/Design-related field

Enrollment in current degree program

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Miro

Job description

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking a UX Design Intern in Charlotte, NC. You will work with UX designers, product teams, developers, and stakeholders to design intuitive and accessible digital experiences for employees and customers.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience, collaboration, and exposure to real business challenges in the energy sector. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, with a focus on UX/HCI, and possess strong communication, curiosity,