Computer Information Systems Intern - MN

Northern States Power Co - MN; Monticello (MN); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is offering a paid internship in its Work Management organization, with a May 24, 2027 start. You will develop dashboards, analyze data, and design automated reports to support operational and management decisions.

The role requires current enrollment in a related degree, willingness to work full-time in summer and part-time during the school year, and to commute to Monticello, MN or Welch, MN under a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Computer Information Systems, Data Science or Computer Science.
• 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.
• Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework.
• Proficiency with tools such as SQL, Power BI, Excel (Power Query/ Pivot Tables) and Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports to support operational and management decision making.
• Collect, organize and analyze data from multiple data sources to improve data accuracy and accessibility.
• Design and implement automated reporting processes that reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with staff to understand business processes, identify reporting needs and translate them into meaningful data visualizations and performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and analytics to improve workflows, operational performance and strategic decision making.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Python

Education

Computer Information Systems

Data Science

Computer Science

Job description

Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas.

We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day.

That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.

Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition.

We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond.

Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.

Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility.

Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.

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 Work Management organization at the Monticello Nuclear Plant in Monticello, MN or Prairie Island Nuclear Plant in Welch, MN.

The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in computer information systems while supporting improvement efforts in work management.

The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset and collaborate with key internal stakeholders.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to

• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports to support operational and management decision making.
• Collect, organize and analyze data from multiple data sources to improve data accuracy and accessibility.
• Design and implement automated reporting processes that reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with staff to understand business processes, identify reporting needs and translate them into meaningful data visualizations and performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and analytics to improve workflows, operational performance and strategic decision making.

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 Computer Information Systems, Data Science or Computer Science.
• 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:

• Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework.
• Proficiency with tools such as SQL, Power BI, Excel (Power Query/ Pivot Tables) and Python.

Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.

Our Values Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe

Our Employee Commitments Work that makes a difference A team you can count of Opportunities to grow Rewards that help you thrive

Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process.

Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $20.90 to $22.10 per hour

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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 10/15/26

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At Xcel Energy, we’re more than an energy company. We’re reinventing how we power communities. Redefining how we care for customers. Reaffirming our commitment to the planet. We’re committed to leading with equity and inclusion. You’re not waiting for change – you’re creating it. You’re driven to protect the environment, support your community, and seek innovation. You want a career that grows with you and an employer who values you. You are reliable, trustworthy and bring integrity to everything you do. We are leading the way in clean energy. We’re using technology and innovation in every facet of our company. We’re providing safe, stable jobs with robust benefits. We keep our customers at the center of all we do. We’re committed to hiring a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can provide carbon-free electricity by 2050. Together, we can take care of the environment and our communities. Together, we can create a place where everyone belongs. Together we’re building a better tomorrow.