Distribution Modeling and Analytics Intern- CO

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is offering a paid internship in Denver for students pursuing Electrical Engineering or Computer Science & Data Analytics. The role supports the Electric Distribution Modeling & Analytics team, focusing on engineering models, data quality, and planning activities with opportunities to present to senior leadership.

Typical duties include data validation, utility planning, GIS/EMS/CIS exposure, and power systems analysis while enabling hands‑on training and networking with other

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET‑accredited).
• Can work full‑time in summer and part‑time during school year; hybrid in‑person.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Experience with Python or data analysis tools is a plus.
• Completion of at least one circuits course.

Responsibilities

• Participate in validation and analysis of SCADA measurement data.
• Contribute to utility planning activities.
• Gain understanding of GIS, EMS, CIS and other critical utility systems.
• Power systems modeling, hosting capacity analysis, and time series data analysis.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Education

Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Computer Science & Data Analytics

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.

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our System Planning Modeling & Analytics Organization, specifically, within our Electric Distribution Modeling & Analytics team in Denver, CO. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in an engineering team which develops and maintains electrical circuit models used for planning and analysis of the distribution grid and supports utility goals such as electrification, reliability, and grid modernization by improving model accuracy, automation, and data quality. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, present to senior leadership, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. The program will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands‑on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns across the organization.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Participate in validation and analysis of SCADA measurement data.
• Contribute to utility planning activities.
• Gain an understanding of GIS, EMS, CIS and other critical utility systems.
• Power systems modeling, hosting capacity analysis, and time series data analysis.

This position is for a May 31, 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 (as of Fall 2027)
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering (plus for power systems engineering program) or Computer Science & Data Analytics
• 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:

• Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
• Experience or Proficiency with python or data analysis tools
• Completion of at least one circuits course

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: $21.20 to $23.20 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: 10/16/26

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