Communications and Business Operations Intern - MN, CO

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minneapolis is offering a summer internship in the Energy Supply Strategy, Governance, and Business Operations team. You will help develop internal communications, create presentations, maintain SharePoint content, and support governance documentation while collaborating with senior leaders to improve processes.

Ideal candidates are current students pursuing Communications, Marketing, or Business Administration, with strong writing skills and the ability to build PowerPoint

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and distributing internal communications, announcements, newsletters, and employee engagement materials.
• Create and update presentations, executive briefing materials, infographics, and other visual communication tools.
• Support SharePoint site maintenance, content development, and communication resource management.
• Review and document business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and assist with process standardization efforts.
• Support business operations activities including reporting, meeting coordination, action tracking, and governance documentation.

Skills

Strong writing

Education

Communications/Marketing/Business Administration (degree pursuit)

Tools

PowerPoint

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 the Energy Supply Strategy, Governance, and Business Operations organization. This team serves as a central coordination function for Energy Supply, providing business planning, governance, and executive communications coordination across the business. The organization works closely with senior leaders to improve visibility to priorities, support organizational effectiveness, enhance communication practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The intern will help develop and execute communications that keep employees informed and aligned with business priorities. Responsibilities may include supporting leadership presentations, creating communication and marketing materials, maintaining SharePoint content, assisting with employee engagement activities, documenting business processes, reviewing workflows for improvement opportunities, and supporting recurring reporting and governance activities. The position offers exposure to executive communications, business planning, performance reporting, change management, and cross-functional collaboration within a complex utility environment.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist in developing and distributing internal communications, announcements, newsletters, and employee engagement materials.
• Create and update presentations, executive briefing materials, infographics, and other visual communication tools.
• Support SharePoint site maintenance, content development, and communication resource management.
• Review and document business processes, identify improvement opportunities, and assist with process standardization efforts.
• Support business operations activities including reporting, meeting coordination, action tracking, and governance documentation.

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 accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration
• 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

• Strong writing experience and comfortable with building presentations via PowerPoint

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: $16.60 to $19.50 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/15/26

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