Xcel Energy Jobs

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.

Is it time to see how all those college courses translate to the real world? Are you ready to work alongside experienced professionals on real projects and issues? An internship at Xcel Energy will give you practical experience in the energy industry at a company that’s committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship.

Project Description:

Work with the Engineering staff to support testing and commissioning of substation additions and modifications related to both capital projects and operations/maintenance. Work as an intern doing tasks spanning all aspects of power system protection and control; including protection system modeling, short circuit studies, automated test development, power system controls design review, and various analytical tasks to support regulatory compliance requirements. Through practical field experience and mentoring, successful candidate will gain significant knowledge, professional confidence, and people skills.

• This opportunity will begin in January with the potential to extend into a school semester. The candidate should be able to work full-time during the summer and 10-20 hrs./wk. during a school semester.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an ABET accredited Electrical or Power Systems Engineering program

• Current Sophomore or above.

• Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally

• Must be self- motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others

• Must be within commuting distance of work location year-round

• Able to work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer

• Able to commit to the internship for a year or longer

• Willingness to work in field and in office

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: $22.50 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.

Deadline to Apply: 12/08/24

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