Data Analytics Intern: Power BI & Big Data in Energy

Xcel Energy; Amarillo (TX); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Texas is seeking a Data Analytics Intern to help transform complex utility data into actionable insights using Power BI dashboards and Databricks. You will work with large datasets to support operations, customer experience, and grid reliability.

The internship runs with a May 31, 2027 start date and a hybrid in-person schedule, emphasizing strong communication and problem-solving skills to grow in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student; junior or higher as of Fall 2027.
• Pursuing degree in analytics, CS, math, or engineering with strong analytics.
• Available to work full-time during summer (up to 40 hours/week) on-site in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Perform exploratory data analysis and statistical modeling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver analytics.
• Assist in ad-hoc reporting and data quality validation using Excel.
• Document findings and present insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited college/university

Tools

Power BI

Databricks

Job description

Xcel Energy in Texas is seeking a Data Analytics Intern to help transform complex utility data into actionable insights using Power BI dashboards and Databricks. You will work with large datasets to support operations, customer experience, and grid reliability.

The internship runs with a May 31, 2027 start date and a hybrid in-person schedule, emphasizing strong communication and problem-solving skills to grow in the energy sector.