Project Engineering Intern- CO

Xcel Energy Inc; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy Inc. is offering an internship focused on project management within Energy Supply. You will be mentored by experienced supervisors, coordinate resources for construction activities, and gain experience across coal, simple cycle, combined cycle, hydroelectric, and wind facilities.

This role emphasizes development of technical project management skills and exposure to site operations. The position begins May 24, 2027, with potential extension based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027).
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university pursuing a BS in Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, or Electrical Engineering.
• Occassional day-trips to power plants within Colorado.
• 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 commute to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Responsibilities

• Support management of existing capital projects.
• Develop relationships with plant personnel.
• Promote safety first for onsite activities related to capital projects.
• Red-line drawings for systems worked on through capital projects.
• Develop notifications, work orders, and purchase requisitions in SAP.
• Develop schedules for assigned projects.
• Lead project update meetings with mentorship and supervision.

Skills

Project management

Education

ABET accredited engineering program

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.

This intern will learn about project management within Energy Supply. With oversight from experienced supervisors and mentors, interns may provide input for project design, coordinate resources for construction activities, update training materials for Base Capital, and develop technical expertise for project management for generation facilities. Intern will gain exposure to coal, simple cycle, combined cycle, hydroelectric, and/or wind site facilities and their operation.

Typical intern responsibilities

• Support management of existing capital projects
• Develop relationships with plant personnel
• Promote safety first for onsite activities related to capital projects
• Red-line drawings for systems worked on through capital projects
• Develop notifications, work orders, and purchase requistions in SAP
• Develop schedules for assigned projects
• Lead project update meetings with mentorship and supervision

This position is for a May 24, 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 BS Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, or Electrical Engineering
• Occassional day-trips to power plants within Colorado.
• 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

• Project Management experience

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-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $23.10 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/16/26

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