Energy Accounting & Data Analyst Intern

Xcel Energy; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an Energy Accounting / Energy Analyst Intern to support the PSCo Transmission Control Center by validating, analyzing, and reconciling energy data for settlements and reporting. You will work with Energy Accounting, Balancing Authority Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate power flows and data quality.

The role provides exposure to electric transmission grid operations and regulatory requirements, with a May 31, 2027 start date and potential extension based

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) and part-time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week).
• Hybrid work policy with commuting to the designated work location in-person.

Responsibilities

• Assist with validating and reconciling hourly and monthly energy accounting data, including generation, load, interchange, and transmission transactions.
• Analyze data from EMS/IEM systems to identify discrepancies and support reliable energy settlements.
• Develop reports, dashboards, spreadsheets, and data analyses used by Transmission Operations, Energy Accounting, and leadership teams.
• Assist with regulatory, reliability, and settlement reporting by gathering, validating, and organizing operational data.
• Gain knowledge of Balancing Authority operations, transmission systems, energy markets, and utility accounting practices.

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an Energy Accounting / Energy Analyst Intern to support the PSCo Transmission Control Center by validating, analyzing, and reconciling energy data for settlements and reporting. You will work with Energy Accounting, Balancing Authority Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate power flows and data quality.

The role provides exposure to electric transmission grid operations and regulatory requirements, with a May 31, 2027 start date and potential extension based