PPL

Spring 2026 - Developer Intern (Hybrid)

Louisville, Kentucky March 3, 2026 Icims Attract
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

Why Choose PPL for Your Internship?

 

At PPL, we believe in investing in the next generation of technology leaders. Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in a collaborative and innovative environment. This internship offers exposure to middleware and full-stack development. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage projects using agile methodology, and help deliver software that powers critical business functions.

 


Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

  • Participate in meetings to gather business and technical requirements
  • Engage in agile team activities such as sprint planning and daily stand-ups
  • Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver solutions
  • Design and execute unit tests to validate functionality
  • Create and maintain test cases for assigned features
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues throughout the development cycle
  • Update existing services to reflect evolving requirements
  • Assist in preparing technical documentation and user guides

What You’ll Learn

  • Full-stack development in a real-world environment
  • How software supports energy delivery, infrastructure, and customer engagement
  • Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices
  • Best practices in testing, documentation, and code quality
  • How to translate business needs into technical solutions

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming
  • Proficiency in Java and/or Python is required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with .net/C# , Angular, Ember.js
  • Familiarity with Oracle or SQL databases

What You’ll Do

  • Participate in meetings to gather business and technical requirements
  • Engage in agile team activities such as sprint planning and daily stand-ups
  • Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to deliver solutions
  • Design and execute unit tests to validate functionality
  • Create and maintain test cases for assigned features
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues throughout the development cycle
  • Update existing services to reflect evolving requirements
  • Assist in preparing technical documentation and user guides

What You’ll Learn

  • Full-stack development in a real-world environment
  • How software supports energy delivery, infrastructure, and customer engagement
  • Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices
  • Best practices in testing, documentation, and code quality
  • How to translate business needs into technical solutions

Required Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming
  • Proficiency in Java and/or Python is required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with .net/C# , Angular, Ember.js
  • Familiarity with Oracle or SQL databases
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How to Get Hired at PPL

  • PPL Corporation is a major regulated utility with approximately 5,900 employees and around many open openings spanning engineering, skilled trades, IT, finance, and operations — offering diverse career pathways in a stable industry.
  • Applications are processed through iCIMS Attract, so optimizing your resume for ATS parsing — using clean formatting, relevant keywords from job descriptions, and completing all application fields — is essential for getting past initial screening.
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