Gas Modeling Intern- CO

Xcel Energy Inc; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc. is seeking an Engineering Intern to support gas hydraulic models across our service territory. You will gain hands-on experience with modeling tools and data management under mentorship from senior engineers.

The internship runs with a May 31, 2027 start date and could extend based on performance. Applicants must be enrolled in ABET-accredited programs in Engineering or Physics and be able to work full-time in summer, with hybrid in-person requirements.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027).
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Engineering and/or Physics.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs gas model development, model verification, and analysis using Synergi Gas or similar software.
• Develops documentation and may assist with the development of modeling procedures and training materials.
• Development of technical skillsets in gas system modeling, data management, and investigating model discrepancies.
• Explores or implements new processes and automation tools to improve model accuracy, usability, and traceability.

Skills

Excel & Sheets

Python/SQL basics

Hydraulic modeling familiarity

Communication

Education

ABET accredited college pursuing Engineering/Physics

Tools

Synergi Gas

Excel

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.

Work with the Integrated Model Innovation - Gas Modeling staff to support the build and verification of gas hydraulic models across our natural gas service territory.

Work as an Engineering Intern completing tasks that support the tools, programs, and data sets used to update gas system hydraulic models utilized for gas emergency response, gas operations, and gas system planning. Through practical field and office experience and mentoring, the successful candidates will gain significant professional confidence, specifically in gas system hydraulic modeling, utility planning, enterprise data management, as well as communication skills.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Under the direction of higher-level engineer or supervisor: performs gas model development, model verification, and analysis using Synergi Gas or similar software
• Develops documentation and may assist with the development of modeling procedures and training materials
• Development of technical skillsets in gas system modeling, data management, and investigating model discrepancies
• Explores or implements new processes and automation tools to improve model accuracy, usability, and traceability

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 Engineering and/or Physics
• 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:

• 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
• Course experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, or gas systems
• Strong data management and analysis skills (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets)
• Experience with scripting or building automations (e.g. Python, SQL, Excel VBA)
• Familiarity with Synergi Gas or similar hydraulic modeling software

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-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $24.60 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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