Energy Policy & Stakeholder Intern

Xcel Energy Inc; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates for a May 31, 2027 start internship in Denver to support the External Affairs & Policy team. The role offers exposure to energy policy, regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives that advance the company’s clean energy transition.

Interns will research policy issues, prepare inputs for executive briefings, analyze regulatory trends, and contribute to cross-functional projects with a hybrid in-person work model in Denver, CO.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027).
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree relevant to energy policy or public affairs.
• Willing to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours per week) and commute to the designated work location in-person per hybrid policy.

Responsibilities

• Research energy policy, legislative, and regulatory developments affecting Xcel Energy and the utility industry.
• 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

Policy research

Regulatory analysis

Data analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Public Administration or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates for a May 31, 2027 start internship in Denver to support the External Affairs & Policy team. The role offers exposure to energy policy, regulatory strategy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives that advance the company’s clean energy transition.

Interns will research policy issues, prepare inputs for executive briefings, analyze regulatory trends, and contribute to cross-functional projects with a hybrid in-person work model in Denver, CO.