Project Management & Construction (PMC) – Business Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

Duke Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Travel allowance

Job summary

Duke Energy is offering an internship in the Governance & Portfolio Oversight team within the PMC organization. You will support business operations, portfolio reporting, and process improvement, helping automate reporting and develop dashboards in Power BI.

You’ll gain exposure to large-scale energy projects, data-driven decision making, and cross-functional collaboration, with a hybrid work arrangement and housing or relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a four-year degree in Business Administration, Business Analytics, Business Management, Data Science, Project Management, Engineering, or other related degree.
• Must not graduate prior to August 2027
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Possess good interpersonal skills and influencing abilities.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
• Experience with researching information on the web.
• Sourcing and/or negotiation experience.
• Experience using Microsoft based programs for creating spreadsheets, documents, databases and advanced forms.
• Project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Automating project and portfolio reporting processes
• Developing and documenting business process workflows
• Analyzing data and creating dashboards using Power BI
• Supporting reporting governance and data quality initiatives
• Assisting with performance improvement and business optimization efforts
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Influencing abilities

Web research

Sourcing/negotiation

Microsoft Office/MS 365

Project management

Education

Four-year degree in Business Administration/Analytics/Management/Data Science/Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

Internship Overview

The Governance & Portfolio Oversight team, within Duke Energy's Project Management & Construction (PMC) organization, is seeking an intern to support business operations, portfolio reporting, process improvement initiatives, and reporting automation efforts. The PMC organization is responsible for building Duke Energy's next generation of power infrastructure and is leading one of the largest energy buildouts in the company's history. As Duke Energy works to meet growing customer demand and advance a cleaner energy future, PMC is planning and constructing renewable solar generation, bulk energy storage, simple and combined cycle natural gas facilities, as well evaluating pumped storage hydro and other emerging energy technologies. Working within this organization, the intern will gain exposure to large-scale energy projects while supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives that help drive portfolio performance.

What You’ll Do

The Governance & Portfolio Oversight team manages oversight of PMC business process governance, document management, reporting automation, performance improvement efforts, and portfolio reporting. The intern will support the team with data collection and analysis, report development, process reviews, and strategic initiatives aligned to current business needs.

Potential Projects and Responsibilities

• Automating project and portfolio reporting processes
• Developing and documenting business process workflows
• Analyzing data and creating dashboards using Power BI
• Supporting reporting governance and data quality initiatives
• Assisting with performance improvement and business optimization efforts
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a four-year degree in Business Administration, Business Analytics, Business Management, Data Science, Project Management, Engineering, or other related degree
• Must not graduate prior to August 2027
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

Desired Qualifications

• Possess good interpersonal skills and influencing abilities.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
• Experience with researching information on the web.
• Sourcing and/or negotiation experience.
• Experience using Microsoft based programs for creating spreadsheets, documents, databases and advanced forms.
• Project management experience.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility.
• Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility. Some opportunities require a valid driver’s license.
• Many of our opportunities require a 40-hour work week.
• Housing stipend available when applicable.
• Travel Requirements 5-15%.
• Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable).

Visa Sponsorship

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

Read about our commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. About Duke Energy Terms of Use Brighter opportunities. Brighter futures. Duke Energy values ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re dedicated to providing a work environment where all people are valued, respected and able to reach their full potential. Duke Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or protected veteran status. Duke Energy complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination.