HS Student YAP Intern

Xcel Energy; Eau Claire (WI); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension plan

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Xcel Energy is seeking a hard-working high school student in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to join our team for the summer. The role centers on drafting/substation CAD work, assisting engineers, and learning how drawings are updated from field-marked prints.

The position runs 30-40 hours weekly in summer, with reduced hours during the school year. Candidates should have a 3.0 GPA or higher, basic computer skills, and a demonstrated willingness to learn.

Formación

• One year/class of drafting (or CAD) is preferred.
• 3.0 GPA (or better); good grades in STEM courses and good attendance.
• Good background in computer skills, and a willingness to learn and take on a variety of assignments are key components to success.
• Must be Self motivated

Responsabilidades

• Work with Substation Design staff on projects and assignments.
• Use CAD software to update substation drawings from marked up prints provided by field personnel.
• Scan, print and copy drawings as needed.
• Revise Substation CAD drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
• Other projects and assignments, as assigned.
• Work with engineers and designers on special projects as needed.

Conocimientos

CAD

Drafting

Educación

High school student

Herramientas

CAD software

Descripción del empleo

Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.

Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.

Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs. Xcel Energy is looking for a hard-working high school student to join the Xcel Energy team in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The successful candidate will be working 30-40 hours per week in the summer and 10-20 hours during the school year.

Responsibilities

• Work with Substation Design staff on projects and assignments.
• Use CAD software to update substation drawings from marked up prints provided by field personnel.
• Scan, print and copy drawings as needed.
• Revise Substation CAD drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
• Other projects and assignments, as assigned.
• Work with engineers and designers on special projects as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• One year/class of drafting (or CAD) is preferred.
• 3.0 GPA (or better); good grades in STEM courses and good attendance.
• Good background in computer skills, and a willingness to learn and take on a variety of assignments are key components to success.
• Must be Self motivated

Program Requirements

• Must attend a school that participates in Wisconsin’s Youth Apprentice program.
• Must be a current high school student in the Eau Claire area.
• Must be available to work 30-40 hours/week during the summer and a minimum of 10 hours/week during the school year, this will ensure the student meets the 900-hour requirement of the 2-year Wisconsin Youth Apprentice program

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Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $16.50 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays

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