Energy Policy Intern - External Affairs (Hybrid, Denver)

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking interns to support the External Affairs & Policy team in Denver, CO. This paid internship focuses on energy policy, regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives that support the company’s clean energy transition.

As a student, you will research policy issues, prepare inputs for executive materials, analyze regulatory trends, and contribute to cross-functional strategic projects in a collaborative, hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027).
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Public Administration or Engineering.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Responsibilities

• Research energy policy, legislative, and regulatory developments affecting Xcel Energy and the utility industry.
• Conduct research and prepare inputs to inform briefing materials, presentations, and policy summaries.
• Analyze data and perform strategic analysis of emerging issues related to clean energy, electrification, affordability, reliability, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support policy, regulatory, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Analytical, research, problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing degree in Public Policy or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking interns to support the External Affairs & Policy team in Denver, CO. This paid internship focuses on energy policy, regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives that support the company’s clean energy transition.

As a student, you will research policy issues, prepare inputs for executive materials, analyze regulatory trends, and contribute to cross-functional strategic projects in a collaborative, hybrid work setting.