Corporate Marketing & Communications Intern - MN, CO

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy offers a marketing and communications internship, providing exposure to internal and external messaging, digital content, social media, and branding. You will work with team members in Minneapolis and Denver, gaining foundational career experience across projects and events.

We value strong written and oral communication, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and an interest in AI skill development. This internship follows a hybrid policy with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Current student, Sophomore or higher.
• Pursuing a degree in Strategic Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, or Social Media.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) or part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commute to the designated work location in-person.

Responsibilities

• Gain a broad look at the marketing and communications needs of a major corporation.
• Write, coordinate projects, publish digital content, create digital signage and assist in the planning and execution of special events.
• Participate in initiatives across the department, such as social media coordination, data analysis, and reporting on campaign outcomes.
• Connect by informational interviews and job shadows to understand how your work intersects with other areas of Xcel Energy.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerP

Education

Current student, Sophomore or higher

Tools

Teams

SharePoint

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.

Work with the Xcel Energy Corporate Marketing & Communications team to support projects such as internal and external messaging, digital content, social media, journalistic writing, visual design, branding and other department needs. We have team members at 401 Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis and T3 (3500 Blake Street) in Denver, and are seeking one intern for each location.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Depending on the intern's background and career interests, responsibilities may include:

• Gain a broad look at the marketing and communications needs of a major corporation.
• Build foundational career experience by writing, coordinating projects, publishing digital content, creating digital signage and assisting in the planning and execution of special events.
• Participate in various initiatives across the department, such as social media coordination, analyzing data and reporting on campaign outcomes, supporting marketing communications projects, public relations efforts and more.
• Connect by conducting informational interviews and job shadows to understand how your work intersects and supports other areas of Xcel Energy.

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, Sophomore or higher
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Strategic Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, Social Media
• 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 written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Teams and SharePoint.
• Interest in leveraging and/or growing AI skillset.

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.

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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