Grid Services Vegetation & Natural Resource Intern

Duke Energy; Salisbury (NC); Hybrid; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a student intern in Forestry/Natural Resources to support vegetation management and environmental teams across North and South Carolina. You will review maps, identify sensitive interactions, and gain hands-on experience with field assessments and environmental reviews.

The role offers mentorship, professional development, and a competitive stipend during a 10–12 week summer session, with hybrid and onsite work options depending on location.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and teamwork in projects.
• Ability to manage time and priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist Vegetation Management and Environmental Health teams with project planning and map reviews.
• Review work plans for environmentally sensitive interactions and document findings.
• Support field assessments, bat roost surveys, and remote sensing validation.
• Collaborate with mentors to develop technical knowledge and professional skills.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's or Master's in Natural Resources or related field

Job description

**Important Application Submission Information**In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Sunday, October 4, 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.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 carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050.Here are the top 3 reasons why working at Duke Energy as a college student is the number one choice for you:1. **Career Development:** Duke Energy provides extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career development resources to help students grow professionally.2. **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.3. **Work-Life Balance:** The company supports a healthy work-life balance with flexible work schedules, remote work options, and employee wellness programs.**Basic/Required Qualifications*** Enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree in Natural Resources or related field.* Must not graduate prior to August 2027* Cumulative college GPA of 2.75 or higherAs an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and learn from experienced professionals.**Program Locations for 2026:**Opportunities at locations in South Carolina and North Carolina**Duke Energy is seeking an energetic, hardworking student with an interest in the electric power industry currently pursuing a degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Management, GIS, or a related field. This position is in the Grid Services Vegetation Management organization and the Environmental Health and Safety, Natural Resource organization.****Vegetation Management -** This organization is responsible for driving strategies that reduce vegetation costs, drive efficiencies in processes, operations, and interactions with other lines of business.**Environmental Health and Safety -**. This group provides support of state and federal environmental regulations, permits siting, licensing/relicensing, environmental review, and natural resources assessments/surveys for vegetation management and other business unit related work throughout the Carolinas.* The successful candidate will primarily assist the Vegetation Management team by reviewing maps of upcoming work plans to identify and document potential environmentally sensitive interactions.* The intern will work closely with the VM System Forester, VM Program Managers, and the Environmental and Natural Resource team.* Other job functions may include but not limited to field assessments, protected bat roost surveys, and remote sensing field validations.* Utilize the Environmental Checklist to perform detailed desktop reviews of VM work plan maps to identify and document potential environmentally sensitive interactions. Develop positive working relationships.* Willingness to make sufficient choices and decisions, with some guidance or direction from a mentor or supervisor.* Strive to continually improve job-related, technical, and professional knowledge as well as skills and performance.* Reviews mapping data for quality and accuracy**Preferred Majors:** Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Wildlife Management, Fisheries, Environmental Sciences**Desired Qualifications*** Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher* Demonstrated technical proficiency in use of computers* Previous related work experience* Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills.* Demonstrated ability to provide the quantity and quality of work necessary to reach an accomplishment.* Demonstrated leadership qualities through effective decision making.* Works effectively with others from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goal.* Ability to deliver superior results within allocated time through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work.**Working Conditions*** Hybrid and onsite work environment opportunities* Housing stipend available when applicable* Some opportunities require a valid driver's license.* Depending on work location, exposure to mechanical, electrical, noisy and/or other hazards* Depending on work location, may be required to meet requirements for unescorted access/security clearance.* Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, appropriate clothing, ear plugs, fall protection, etc.), as needed.* Potential travel to project sites* Internship/Co-op summer session length is 10-12 weeks* Valid drivers license**What You'll Get:*** *Hands-On Experience*: Engage in impactful projects that contribute to Duke Energy's innovative initiatives.* *Mentorship and Growth*: Receive *mentorship* from industry professionals and participate in training sessions to enhance your skills.* *Networking Opportunities*: Build lasting connections with peers, mentors, and leaders in the energy sector.* *Competitive Stipend*: Earn a competitive stipend while gaining invaluable experience.* *Professional Development*: Access to workshops and resources to support your academic and career growth.Join us this summer at Duke Energy and be a part of a team that's lighting the way to a brighter, more innovative, sustainable future!****Travel Requirements****5-15%### Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No### Represented/Union PositionNo### Visa Sponsored PositionNo. This is not a 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.###### Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.