Technical Intern

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?  A  position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

­Project Description:

Xcel Energy has an opportunity for a long-term internship within the Operation Technology (OT) Support organization. This unique internship will offer access to work with the AD-Ops Delivery – Energy Management System (Xcel- EMS Team). The successful candidate will gain insight and exposure to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Compliance requirements and be able to support with proper documentation as well as evidence gathering. Over the course of 18 months (20-40 hours weekly), the intern will learn and work on specific requirements within the EMS Team. AD-Ops Delivery – EMS Organization. The intern will develop skills for Application Delivery area and CIP documentation for meeting compliance requirement and provide support with daily tasks and needs of Transmission Operations as well as Commercial Operations teams.

This position is for June 2025. These positions may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel’s business needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Current student, Sophomore, Junior level only
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in the field of computer science, management information systems, computer engineering, engineering, mathematics, analytics, or business.
• Able to commute to office in Minneapolis, MN.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the spring (up to 20 hours a week)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and have organization skills

Preferred Qualifications

• High academic standing - GPA of 3.0 or higher.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $20.40 to $21.60 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation.  You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 05/16/25

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