Base Capital Projects Engineering Intern - MN

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy offers an internship for engineering students at its Minnesota plants Riverside, High Bridge and Black Dog. You will support Energy Supply Base Capital Engineering Projects, gain hands-on experience in project management, and work with engineers and plant operations to deliver capital initiatives.

The program runs with a May 24, 2027 start date and may extend beyond the initial term based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher.
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical engineering or related program.
• Reliable transportation between plants in the Minneapolis & St. Paul metro area.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.
• Preferred qualifications include a 3.0 GPA (out of 4.0), completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework including thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, and previous engineering internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers at power plants with project management and execution.
• Learn how power plants generate electricity and understand the systems/subsystems that support major equipment.
• Learn to read and use piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID’s), electrical schematics and general plant drawings in support of projects.
• Learn to use project planning and project budgeting systems.

Education

ABET accredited college or university, pursuing degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical engineering or related program

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 you’re 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.

The intern will support our Energy Supply Base Capital Engineering Projects, specifically at one of the combined cycle generating plants in the Minnesota. Plant locations are Riverside (Minneapolis, MN); High Bridge (St. Paul, MN); Black Dog (Burnsville, MN). The internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in engineering and project management through practical work experience of identifying and executing capital projects at the plant. Interns will work closely with engineering and operations and plant management. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. The program will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands‑on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns across the Energy Supply organization.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist project engineers at power plants with project management and execution.
• Learn how power plants generate electricity as well as learning the systems/subsystems that support the plants’ major equipment.
• Learn how to read and use piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID’s), electrical schematics and general plant drawings in support of projects.
• Learn to use various project planning and project budgeting systems.

This position is for a May 24, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current student, Junior or higher
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical engineering or related program.
• Reliable transportation between plants in the Minneapolis & St. Paul metro area.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
• Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework, including Engineering courses in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
• Previous Engineering internship experience

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 [e-mail].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $23.10 to $24.60 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.

Deadline to Apply: 10/15/26

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