PPL Corporation
Business Intern, Distribution Project Development, Summer 2027
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Contract type:
Freelance / Contract, Internship
Location:
Allentown, PA, USA
Work mode:
Hybrid
Published on:
28 September 2026
What they need
Company Summary Statement : As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today. Overview:
A PPL Intern/Coop is a full-time college student, temporarily employed, who is enrolled in an accredited four-year institution. This program is designed to provide practical work experience in the student’s field of study, helping participants clarify their career interests. Eligible students must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree and maintain full-time enrollment.
The position is based in Allentown, PA and follows a hybrid work schedule. During the spring and fall semesters, interns work part-time (approximately 20–30 hours per week). Summer schedules may be either part-time or full-time (up to 40 hours per week). The company offers flexibility in arranging the part-time work hours (8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday) to accommodate the student’s class schedule.
Apart from daily responsibilities, students gain exposure to a corporate environment, acquiring practical skills and knowledge to complement classroom learning. Interns and cooperative associates at PPL have opportunities to:
- Interact with senior executives
- Join business resource groups
- Participate in community service projects
- Contribute to departmental goals
This intern supports the Distribution Project Development team and gains a comprehensive understanding of purchasing goods and services, warehouse operations, inventory management, and data analytics. Through hands-on experience, the intern develops familiarity with PPL policies and procedures while participating in field walkdowns to evaluate project viability, assist with project scheduling, and gain exposure to the overall project development process.
Responsibilities:
Project forecasting and scheduling
Supporting the preparation and monitoring of sourcing plans and projects
Acting as a liaison between engineering units and Asset Management
Tracking contract formation and purchase-related tasks, including coordination with legal and insurance for signatures
Preparing bid documentation for processes and proposal evaluations
Communicating with vendors, obtaining price quotes, and requesting completion of forms
Developing and maintaining spreadsheets for metrics and processes
Identifying and providing process improvement opportunities throughout the workflow
Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related degree.
- Maintaining full-time enrollment (at least 12 semester hours); students cannot continue as an intern/cooperative associate after graduation
- Holding a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Eligible to work under United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regulations
- Able to provide official transcripts and other required information
- 18 years of age or older
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
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