UX Design Internship – Summer 2027

Duke Energy Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation in Charlotte, NC, offers a UX Design Summer Intern role within its Information Technology organization. You will collaborate with UX designers, product teams, developers and business stakeholders to design intuitive, accessible digital experiences for employees and customers.

This paid internship focuses on user research, personas, journey maps, prototyping, usability testing, and accessibility, while you build networks and grow under mentors across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in UX-related field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must not graduate prior to May 2027.
• GPA of 3.0+ (preferred).
• Familiar with UX design, user research, usability testing.
• Familiar with design thinking and human-centered design.
• Experience with wireframing and prototyping.
• Knowledge of information architecture and accessibility.
• Experience with Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Miro.
• Leadership potential demonstrated through clubs or projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Self-driven, proactive, curious.
• Previous internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and gather customer insights.
• Create personas, journey maps, and experience maps.
• Develop spec-driven prototypes and gather requirements gathering.
• Participate in usability testing and user feedback sessions.
• Support design thinking workshops and innovation initiatives.
• Contribute to product design and digital experience improvements.
• Learn about accessibility and inclusive design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve challenges.
• Network with peers, mentors, and leaders across the organization.

Skills

User experience design

User research

Usability testing

Design thinking

Wireframing

Prototyping

Information architecture

Interaction design

Accessibility & inclusive design

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Miro

Leadership potential

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in UX Design / HCI / Graphic Design / Product Design / Psychology / Economics / Information Science / Computer Science

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Miro

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.

The Duke Energy UX Design Summer Internship program is designed for currently enrolled college students looking to bring their creativity, problem-solving skills, innovative mindset, and passion for user-centered design to the energy industry.

As part of Duke Energy's Information Technology organization, UX Design Interns will participate in meaningful business and technology initiatives while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Interns will collaborate with UX designers, product teams, developers, and business stakeholders to help design intuitive, accessible, and impactful digital experiences for employees and customers.

Throughout the summer, interns will gain exposure to Duke Energy's business operations, build professional networks with fellow interns and experienced leaders, and develop practical skills that can be applied in future academic and professional pursuits.

What You Can Expect

Selected interns may have opportunities to:

• Conduct user research and gather customer insights
• Create personas, journey maps, and experience maps
• Develop spec-driven prototypes by writing specifications and requirements gathering
• Participate in usability testing and user feedback sessions
• Support design thinking workshops and innovation initiatives
• Contribute to product design and digital experience improvements
• Learn about accessibility, inclusive design, and UX best practices
• Partner with cross-functional teams to solve complex business and technology challenges
• Network with peers, mentors, and senior leaders across the organization

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in User Experience (UX) Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Graphic Design, Product Design, Psychology, Economics, Information Science, Computer Science, or related field
• Valid driver's license
• Must not graduate prior to May 2027

Desired Qualifications:

• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Exposure to or familiarity with:
  • User experience design
  • User research and usability testing
  • Design thinking and human-centered design
  • Wireframing and prototyping
  • Information architecture
  • Interaction design principles
  • Accessibility and inclusive design
• Experience using tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Miro, or similar platforms
• Leadership potential demonstrated through extracurricular activities, clubs, volunteer work, or project teams
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-driven, motivated, and proactive
• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn
• Previous internship experience

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. 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.