Data Governance, Visualization and Automation Intern

Xcel Energy Inc; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc. seeks a Data Governance, Visualization and Automation Intern to support the CFO Organization’s data governance, visualization and automation efforts. The role involves data analysis, dashboard support, and collaboration with IT partners using Power BI, Power Automate and related tools.

The internship runs for the May 24, 2027 start date with hybrid work, potential extension, and a focus on real-world data projects in an energy company.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as an undergraduate in a technology or business field.
• Ability to work full-time during summer and part-time during the school year.
• Strong data analytics, programming, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in data governance, visualization, and automation in energy.

Responsibilities

• Support financial data governance, visualization and automation efforts.
• Help gather, analyze, and manage data across systems.
• Create dashboards and collaborate with IT and business teams.
• Assist with automation projects and process improvements.

Skills

Data analytics tools

SQL

Python

Excel

Power Platform

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science / data science / MIS

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Power Apps

SharePoint

Teams

MS Office

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.

Job Description: Data Governance, Visualization and Automation Intern

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.

Position Summary

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our CFO Organization, specifically, within our Financial Data Governance, Data Visualization or the Process Automation team. These teams support Financial Data Governance, reporting and visualization, and automation efforts that improve business processes and technology solutions across Xcel Energy. The intern may be involved in helping gather and analyze data, create visual insights, support dashboards and collaboration tools, or assisting with automation and process improvement projects that transform manual work and support internal business needs. This role may involve working with cross-functional teams, IT partners, and internal customers while using tools such as Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, and other automation platforms.

Teams Hiring

• Financial Data Governance
• Data Visualization
• Process Automation

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Support system administrator for financial/accounting systems and maintain and update financial master data
• Document and maintain procedures, process guides, and supporting materials to enhance consistency and compliance
• Ability to access, manage, transfer, integrate and analyze complex datasets.
• Develop, manage, and support automation project
• Collaborate with team members and internal stakeholders.

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 status (as of Fall 2027) or higher
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, data science, computer information systems, management information systems, business computer information systems, or a related technology or business field.
• 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
• Experience or Proficiency with data analytics tools; strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Interest in the energy/utility sector
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining data accuracy
• Experience with SQL, Pythion, Claude, MS Office (especially Excel), Power Platform

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.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is $20.90 to $27.90 per hour.

• 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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