PGO Cybersecurity Spring 2027 Co-op

Location: Lake Mary, FL

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 Thursday, October 8, 2026

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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: Lake Mary, FL

About Us:

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 methane emissions by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050.

Why Duke Energy?

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.

Internship Overview:

The Duke Energy Power Grid Operations (PGO) Cybersecurity Spring Co-op Program is designed for currently enrolled college students seeking hands-on experience securing critical operational technology (OT) environments that support the electric grid. Interns will gain exposure to substation cybersecurity, cyber asset management, vulnerability management, patching, compliance, risk management, incident response, and cybersecurity program governance. Students will work alongside cybersecurity analysts, engineers, and operations personnel to support initiatives such as asset inventory reconciliation, cybersecurity assessments, technology deployments, process improvement, and data analysis. Throughout the internship, students will develop technical and professional skills while gaining insight into Duke Energy's cybersecurity program, electric utility operations, regulatory requirements, and the role cybersecurity plays in ensuring the reliability and resilience of the power grid.

Basic/Required Qualifications

Enrolled and pursuing bachelor's or master's degree in an IT or Engineering related major, such as Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Software Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering

Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

Must not graduate prior to August 2027

Desired Qualifications

Previous internship experience

GPA of 3.5 or higher

Knowledge of programming languages, operating systems and computer networks

Familiarity with Angular (or other JavaScript based framework), Java, Python and private and/or public cloud (Pivotal Cloud Foundry, Azure, AWS, etc.) environments

Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles

Familiarity with Linux, Windows, Active Directory, Infrastructure as Code, Networking, Data Center Infrastructure

Familiarity with relational databases and query authoring (SQL)

Familiarity with the Agile Methodology

Exhibits a willingness to learn and growth mindset

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.

Housing stipend available when applicable

Many of our opportunities require a 40-hour work week.

Co-op session is 16 weeks.

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.

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