Transmission Planning Electrical Engineering Intern Minneapolis, MN
Transmission Planning Electrical Engineering Intern Minneapolis, MN
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Job Description
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.
Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Transmission Planning Organization specifically at our Minneapolis MN location. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in one of our engineering groups that supports various business units throughout the company. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset present to senior leadership and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. 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 organization.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Help develop a carbon free future
Development of transmission planning models
Interact with internal stakeholders on transmission planning projects
Development of critical thinking skills applying to unique transmission problems
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:
Current student Freshman Sophomore or Junior status as of Fall 2025
Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical or computer engineering with an interest in power
Able to commute to the 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).
Preferred Qualifications:
3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
Power system courses or programs
Experience or Proficiency with office tools.
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.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at .
Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $18.80 to $30.10 per hourThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Spot On Bonus Medical/Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Health Care Reimbursement Account Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Short-term disability (STD) Long-term disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Tuition reimbursement Transit programs Employee recognition program Pension 401(k) plan Paid time off (PTO) Holidays Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) Parental LeaveBenefit 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.
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
