Energy Jobs in North Carolina with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
North Carolina's energy sector spans Duke Energy's Charlotte headquarters, utility operations across the Piedmont region, and growing clean energy development in the Research Triangle. F-1 students pursuing CPT in energy find openings in power systems, renewable development, and grid infrastructure with employers who have established university partnerships across NC State, Duke, and UNC.
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Proposal Coordinator Student Employee
Location:
Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Washington, D.C.
Job Summary and Description:
The Proposal Coordinator Student Employee will support the proposal development team by assisting with coordination, organization, and documentation of proposal activities under close supervision. This internship provides hands-on exposure to business development and sales, proposal development processes, cross-functional collaboration, and industry-standard tools used in competitive bids and submissions. This role is ideal for a student interested in learning about business development and sales, proposal management, communications and project coordination, within a professional services or research-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the review and analysis of solicitation, bid, and proposal requirements
- Assist in preparing and maintaining proposal tools and documents, including annotated outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and data call matrices
- Help establish and maintain proposal file structures in shared drives or SharePoint sites
- Support coordination of proposal status meetings and internal deadlines
- Assist with collecting, organizing, and tracking proposal inputs from internal teams and external partners
- Help prepare and distribute materials for proposal reviews and debrief sessions
- Perform basic compliance checks to ensure reviewer comments and edits are incorporated
- Assist with integrating draft text and graphics into proposal sections
- Support proposal submission preparation, including electronic uploads and documentation tracking
- Perform other reasonable and related duties in support of proposal development activities
Education Requirements (Required):
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree
- Preferred fields of study include Business, Management, Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Project Management, or a related discipline
- Candidate must remain actively enrolled for the duration of the internship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured environment
- Interest in proposal development, business development, or project coordination
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Skills and Attributes:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with AI and SharePoint is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow established processes and instructions
- Willingness to learn and apply industry-standard proposal development tools and methodologies
Compensation:
- Hourly rate range for Student positions are:
- Undergraduate: $16-29 per hour
- Masters: $27-33 per hour
- Ph.D: $31-36 per hour
These ranges are an estimate, and the actual hourly rate may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The hourly rate may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
As an EPRI Student, you will not participate in EPRI’s Benefit Programs which includes health insurance, retirement benefits, vacation, sick leave (except as set required by law) and holiday pay. However, as a Student employee you are eligible for the benefits of Social Security, State Disability Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance.
For Student positions which require one to relocate to an EPRI office. Relocation assistance is not provided and the student will be responsible for covering all relocation costs/expenses.
EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.
EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled
Together . . . Shaping the Future of Energy.
Job Title:
Proposal Coordinator Student Employee
Location:
Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Washington, D.C.
Job Summary and Description:
The Proposal Coordinator Student Employee will support the proposal development team by assisting with coordination, organization, and documentation of proposal activities under close supervision. This internship provides hands-on exposure to business development and sales, proposal development processes, cross-functional collaboration, and industry-standard tools used in competitive bids and submissions. This role is ideal for a student interested in learning about business development and sales, proposal management, communications and project coordination, within a professional services or research-driven organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the review and analysis of solicitation, bid, and proposal requirements
- Assist in preparing and maintaining proposal tools and documents, including annotated outlines, compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and data call matrices
- Help establish and maintain proposal file structures in shared drives or SharePoint sites
- Support coordination of proposal status meetings and internal deadlines
- Assist with collecting, organizing, and tracking proposal inputs from internal teams and external partners
- Help prepare and distribute materials for proposal reviews and debrief sessions
- Perform basic compliance checks to ensure reviewer comments and edits are incorporated
- Assist with integrating draft text and graphics into proposal sections
- Support proposal submission preparation, including electronic uploads and documentation tracking
- Perform other reasonable and related duties in support of proposal development activities
Education Requirements (Required):
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree
- Preferred fields of study include Business, Management, Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Project Management, or a related discipline
- Candidate must remain actively enrolled for the duration of the internship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured environment
- Interest in proposal development, business development, or project coordination
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Skills and Attributes:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with AI and SharePoint is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow established processes and instructions
- Willingness to learn and apply industry-standard proposal development tools and methodologies
Compensation:
- Hourly rate range for Student positions are:
- Undergraduate: $16-29 per hour
- Masters: $27-33 per hour
- Ph.D: $31-36 per hour
These ranges are an estimate, and the actual hourly rate may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The hourly rate may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
As an EPRI Student, you will not participate in EPRI’s Benefit Programs which includes health insurance, retirement benefits, vacation, sick leave (except as set required by law) and holiday pay. However, as a Student employee you are eligible for the benefits of Social Security, State Disability Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance.
For Student positions which require one to relocate to an EPRI office. Relocation assistance is not provided and the student will be responsible for covering all relocation costs/expenses.
EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.
EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled
Together . . . Shaping the Future of Energy.
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Which energy companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in North Carolina?
Duke Energy, headquartered in Charlotte, is North Carolina's largest utility employer and has a track record of hosting F-1 students through CPT arrangements in engineering and operations roles. Dominion Energy, ABB, and Siemens Energy also have a presence in the state. Smaller renewable energy developers and grid technology firms in the Research Triangle also participate in CPT hiring, often through university partnership programs.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Charlotte leads in energy CPT opportunities given Duke Energy's corporate headquarters and the concentration of energy-adjacent finance and operations functions there. Raleigh and Durham in the Research Triangle follow closely, driven by clean energy startups, research institutions, and utility contractors. Wilmington and the coastal region are emerging for offshore wind development roles, particularly as the North Carolina coast becomes a focus for Atlantic wind projects.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Roles that directly relate to a student's academic field of study qualify for CPT, so eligibility depends on your degree program, not the employer alone. Common qualifying positions in North Carolina's energy sector include power systems engineering internships, energy data analysis roles, renewable project development support, and grid modeling positions. Operations management and environmental compliance roles may qualify for students in engineering, environmental science, or related graduate programs.
How do I find energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in North Carolina?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students and filters energy jobs in North Carolina by visa type, including CPT, so you can see which employers are actively open to CPT arrangements rather than sifting through generic postings. Searching on Migrate Mate for energy roles in North Carolina shows positions across utilities, renewables, and grid technology, alongside employer sponsorship history, which is particularly useful when timing your CPT authorization with your university's approval process.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in North Carolina's energy sector?
North Carolina's utility regulatory environment is governed by the North Carolina Utilities Commission, and many employers in the sector operate under specific federal and state compliance frameworks that affect hiring timelines. CPT authorization must come from your Designated School Official before you begin work, and North Carolina's large public university system, including NC State's energy engineering programs, has established CPT processes that can help coordinate timing with employer start dates. Confirm your specific program's CPT eligibility requirements early.
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