Corporate Archives Intern

dukeenergy

Archives intern supporting Duke Energy, a major U.S. electric power holding company.

Posted 8/10/2026internshipKings Mountain • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in archival practices, including item description, preservation, and database management, while exhibiting strong organizational and communication skills essential for supporting corporate archives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Archival OrganizationCollection Management DatabasePublic History KnowledgeMicrosoft Office ProficiencyAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Archival WorkItem DescriptionPreservation StandardsDigitizing MaterialsDatabase EntryCollection ProcessingResearch SkillsData CleanupScanning PhotographsCataloging Donations

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsTime ManagementSelf-MotivatedAbility to Multitask

Industry Keywords

ArchivesRecords ManagementHistory-related DisciplineMuseum StudiesLibrary & Information ScienceDigital Repository ExperienceCorporate ArchivesBackground CheckDrug ScreeningTransportation Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Duke Energy Corporate Archives archivist
Assist with archival organization, item description, preservation work, research, digitizing, and database entry
Organize, prep, rehouse, and catalog donations of various types
Scan photograph negatives, prints, and other materials to preservation standards
Review, update, and edit the collection management database
Perform stack management
Support additional opportunities as needed
Learn about the role and function of archives in a corporate business setting
Develop research skills for identifying irreplaceable and unique archival material
Learn about collection development
Observe and participate in collection processing and preservation according to best practices and standards
Observe and participate in information management, data streamlining, and data cleanup activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled and pursuing a four-year Bachelor's degree in a History-related discipline, including Art History, Museum Studies, or Library & Information Science
Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
Must not graduate prior to August 2027
Previous Duke Energy internship or co-op experience
Copy of transcripts required with application
Ability to multitask and work across various internal and external customers
Demonstrated experience with, or knowledge of, public history, archives, or records management fundamentals
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
Capacity to learn and perform basic archival work
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work productively and be self-motivated
Interest in history, archives, or libraries
Archives and digital repository experience
Reliable, consistent transportation
Valid driver's license
Ability to work full-time during the summer session, 40 hours per week for 10–12 weeks
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening prior to employment
Ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future
Travel requirements of 5–15%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits
Training programs
Mentorship opportunities
Career development resources
Flexible work schedules
Remote work options
Employee wellness programs
Hourly pay
Student Housing Stipend available for applicable candidates
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)