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 Wednesday, September 9, 2026 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 Real Estate Associate Program is a rotational development program within the Supply Chain & Real Estate rotational program, designed to build future leaders and technical experts in corporate real estate. This program provides recent graduates with exposure to diverse real estate functions that support Duke Energy’s operational, workplace, and strategic property needs across the enterprise. The program consists of four, nine‑month rotational assignments that may include experiences in areas such as: Portfolio & Space Planning Real Estate Transactions & Lease Administration Facilities & Workplace Strategy (in partnership with Facilities Management) Project Management & Capital Planning Real Estate Analytics, Governance & Business Support Through these rotations, Real Estate Associates gain practical, hands‑on experience supporting real estate strategies that align cost, risk, compliance, and business needs across Supply Chain, Facilities, Finance, Legal, and our business partners. This role emphasizes learning, exposure, and skill development rather than independent ownership of real estate transactions. At the conclusion of the program, associates are prepared to deploy into a real estate role aligned to business need and individual strengths. Additional Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree Exposure to real estate, facilities, project management, finance, or analytics coursework Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills Working Conditions Hybrid (home/office) environment Rotational assignments may require on‑site support depending on role Travel to company facilities up to 25% Specific Requirements Previous Duke Energy internship/co-op experience High School/GED with 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree 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. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility