Supply Chain Internship - Summer 2027

Duke Energy; United States; Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking a motivated Supply Chain Intern to join the Supply Chain & Real Estate organization in Charlotte, NC. You will gain hands-on experience across sourcing, material planning, data analytics, and process improvement while supporting leadership decisions.

Responsibilities include supplier evaluations, data reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to drive efficiency and value. The program emphasizes learning, growth, and exposure to real-world energy logistics and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Analytics, Data Science, or related field.
• GPA 2.75+ cumulative; must not graduate before August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist with strategic sourcing and procurement support to deliver business value.
• Support supplier and vendor management, performance evaluations, and relationship management efforts.
• Contribute to operations and process improvement initiatives for efficiency and productivity.
• Help with inventory management, planning, and forecasting activities.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data; develop reports and dashboards to support decisions.
• Assist in developing business cases, costs/benefits analysis, and leadership-ready recommendations.
• Provide project support by coordinating activities and tracking milestones across teams.
• Conduct market research and data analytics to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate across Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and business support functions.
• Participate in site visits and supplier engagements to gain hands-on exposure.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership potential

Excel

Power BI

Data analytics

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain Management

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Bachelors in Business/Analytics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

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.

Program Location for 2027: Charlotte, NC

Internship Overview:

Seeking a motivated and analytical Supply Chain Intern to join Duke Energy's Supply Chain & Real Estate organization. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting strategic and operational supply chain initiatives across areas such as operations, analytics, sourcing, inventory management, process improvement, forecasting, business planning, supplier management, and operational excellence. Interns will work alongside experienced supply chain professionals to support projects that improve efficiency, optimize operations, strengthen decision-making, and deliver business value. Assignments may include exposure to distribution center operations, logistics, inventory management, sourcing, data analytics, process improvement, and business support functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Support: Assist with sourcing initiatives, supplier research, market analysis, contract support activities, and procurement projects that help deliver value to the business.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: Support supplier performance evaluations, vendor coordination, supplier engagement activities, and relationship management efforts. Assist in identifying opportunities to improve supplier performance, drive efficiencies, and mitigate risk.
• Operations & Process Improvement: Support initiatives focused on operational efficiency, workflow optimization, productivity improvements, and continuous improvement across Supply Chain operations.
• Inventory Management, Planning & Forecasting: Assist with inventory analysis, demand planning, forecasting activities, material optimization, and supply chain planning processes that support operational readiness and business needs.
• Data Analytics & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret operational, supplier, inventory, and business performance data. Develop reports, dashboards, and recommendations to support decision-making.
• Business Case Development: Support business case evaluations by conducting research, analyzing costs and benefits, evaluating operational and commercial impacts, and developing recommendations for leadership consideration.
• Project Support: Provide support for supply chain projects and initiatives by coordinating activities, tracking milestones, documenting progress, and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.
• Supply Chain Research & Analysis: Conduct research on market conditions, supply chain trends, supplier capabilities, logistics networks, operational best practices, and emerging industry opportunities to support strategic initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and business support functions to understand business challenges and develop solutions.
• Field & Business Exposure: Participate in site visits, supplier engagements, and operational observations to gain firsthand understanding of sourcing, procurement, warehouse operations, logistics networks, inventory management practices, and material flow processes.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university in: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering , Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Analytics, Data Science , o r a related field.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75.
• Must not graduate prior to August 2027.

Desired Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Demonstrated interest in supply chain operations, industrial engineering, logistics, inventory management, analytics, forecasting, business operations, or process improvement.
• Leadership potential demonstrated through internships, athletics, community service, campus organizations, or extracurricular activities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-driven, motivated, and proactive.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or other analytical tools is preferred.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, process improvement, modeling, simulation, or data analytics coursework is a plus

Working Conditions

Hybrid - Work will be performed from both r