Electrical Distribution Eng Intern — Power Systems & Reliability

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level engineering intern to support the Electric Area Engineering team. You will gain practical experience in reliability, power quality, system protection and plant betterment receive mentoring and hands-on projects.

You will analyze distribution systems, review reliability data, and collaborate with engineers and project managers to prepare technical documentation and presentations. This internship runs May 31, 2027 start date, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Current student, Sophomore or higher (as of Fall 2027)
• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, ABET accredited, with preference for Electrical Engineering
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours/week) and part-time during school year (up to 20 hours/week); commuting to the designated work location per hybrid policy

Responsibilities

• Assist with distribution system analysis and feeder performance evaluations
• Review outage data and reliability metrics to identify trends
• Prepare and support Project Planning & Execution submittals
• Apply and verify compliance with electric standards and engineering guidelines
• Analyze power quality measurements including voltage, current, flicker, and harmonics
• Assist Area Engineers with capital project tracking and documentation
• Work closely with engineers, project managers, planners, designers, and operations personnel
• Communicate and prepare technical summaries, reports, and presentations for engineering staff

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

Power systems basics

AI for data analysis

Education

ABET accredited college/university

Engineering degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an entry-level engineering intern to support the Electric Area Engineering team. You will gain practical experience in reliability, power quality, system protection and plant betterment receive mentoring and hands-on projects.

You will analyze distribution systems, review reliability data, and collaborate with engineers and project managers to prepare technical documentation and presentations. This internship runs May 31, 2027 start date, with potential extension.