DER Interconnection Engineering Intern - MN, CO

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a DER Interconnection Intern to assist a core team of engineers evaluating and processing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) applications to interconnect to the distribution system. The role supports solar, storage and hybrid projects, with a May 24, 2027 start date and potential extension based on performance.

Typical duties include reviewing applications, gathering technical information, supporting documentation, and drafting stakeholder materials.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a student pursuing Electrical and Mechanical Engineering degrees in an ABET-accredited program.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours) and part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours) in a hybrid in-person setting.

Responsibilities

• Review completed applications to ensure minimum requirements are met.
• Track detailed technical information for the consulting engineer support team.
• Support process documentation and update guidelines as needed.
• Help track applications through queue management systems.
• Assist in drafting stakeholder-facing materials such as FAQs and tariff documents.

Skills

Electrical circuits basics

Power systems coursework

Strong written communication

Organizational skills

Energy conversion classes

Intro Power System classes

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

DER Interconnection Intern

DER Interconnection Intern to support a core team of Engineers in evaluating and processing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) applications to interconnect to the Distribution System. DERs include solar, storage and hybrid systems. The team is primarily located in St Paul and Denver, but we have enterprise-wide responsibilities. 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.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Review completed applications to ensure that they meet minimum requirements.
• Track down detailed technical information for a team of consultant engineer that support the internal team.
• Support process documentation and guidelines or updating existing ones.
• Help track applications through queue management systems.
• Assist in drafting stakeholder-facing materials e.g. FAQs, completeness review requirements, tariff documents.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current student, Junior or higher.
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
• 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:

• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, coursework in power systems.
• Familiarity or fluency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Interest in clean energy, grid modernization or utility regulation.
• Prior Experience: Energy Conversion Classes.
• Introductory Power System classes.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $23.10 to $24.60 per hour.

Benefits:

• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays

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].

Deadline to Apply: 10/15/26

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