Renewables Development Engineering Intern MN, CO

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 youre looking for.

At Xcel Energy our employees are the driving force behind our success. So we make sure that here you can be your best. Doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities. Working with a team you can count on to push you. Expanding skills staying ready for change and capturing opportunities to grow. All with the support rewards and recognition you need to thrive during your internship and beyond.

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Generation Development Organization specifically within the Renewable Projects Development department in Denver CO or Minneapolis MN. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities to support the development of utility-scale wind solar and energy storage projects across the Companys operating regions. The program provides practical work experience to develop your skills in real-time problem solving application of engineering principals and professional communication. Each intern will have the opportunity to participate in the development of new renewable projects from initial conception and early stage design through permitting and regulatory approval where the projects are then transitioned to the construction execution teams. The program will allow you to apply what youve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands-on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns across the Generation Development Major Projects Group and Energy Supply organizations.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist in technical evaluation due diligence and development of conceptual and proposed renewable generation projects.

• Participate in frequent multi-discipline project and portfolio development meetings.

• Assists in activities such as project budgeting estimating forecasting accounting work order management in support of the renewable generation projects.

• Support technical review of renewable generation equipment procurement events.

This position is for a June 1 2026 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internships initial term based on the candidates successful performance and Xcel Energys business needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Enrolled in an ABET accredited electrical mechanical or civil engineering or in a similar program.

• Current student current Sophomore or higher

• Graduating Seniors as of Spring 2026 (not continuing to Graduate School) are not eligible to participate.

• Able to commute to the corporate office in Denver CO or Minneapolis MN at least three days per week.

• Able to work full-time during the summer 40 hours or more per week) and potentially part time during the fall (up to 20 hours a week).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher

• Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework

• Experience or Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

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 youre 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.

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