Renewable Operation Center Intern- CO

Xcel Energy Services Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 28.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Zusammenfassung

Xcel Energy’s Renewable Operations Center seeks an analytical intern to support daily operations and analytics for its growing renewable fleet. You will collaborate with ROC Operators and Analytics teams on reports, dashboards, and data-driven improvements.

The role emphasizes hands-on use of Python, Excel, SQL, and PowerBI within a hybrid work model and offers exposure to real-time operations, SCADA systems, and cross-functional collaboration. May 31, 2027 start date is targeted.

Qualifikationen

• Currently enrolled as a student in Fall 2027 in a relevant field.
• Able to work full-time during summer (up to 40 hours/week) or part-time during school year (up to 20 hours/week) and commute to the designated work location via hybrid policy.

Aufgaben

• Support development of a daily operational morning report for on-site and ROC teams.
• Perform quantitative and trend-based analysis to enable proactive work management.
• Contribute to dashboards to identify performance trends, risks, and optimization opportunities across the renewable fleet.
• Assist with database organization to enable scalable analytics and cross-team collaboration.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Technical coursework

Excel

Python

Java

VBA

SQL

R

PowerBI

SCADA Systems

Networking

Analytical mindset

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Pursuing CS/Data Science/Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Python

Java

VBA

SQL

R

PowerBI

SCADA Systems

Networking basics

Jobbeschreibung

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.

The Renewable Operation Center (ROC) is seeking a highly analytical, detail oriented, and self motivated intern with a strong interest in renewable energy to support Xcel’s rapidly growing renewable generation fleet. This role offers hands on exposure to real time operations, data driven decision making, and site performance optimization across utility scale renewable assets. The intern will work closely with ROC Operators and the ROC Analytics team to support daily operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include assisting with the development of a daily operational morning report that supports both on site teams and ROC personnel, performing quantitative and trend based analysis to enable proactive work management, and leveraging predictive analytics tools to recommend data driven adjustments to site maintenance and operational strategies. In addition, the intern will contribute to the design and enhancement of visual and interactive dashboards used by the ROC to identify performance trends, operational risks, and optimization opportunities across the fleet. The role also includes supporting the Senior ROC Analyst in the development and maintenance of databases to enable scalable analytics and collaboration between operations and engineering teams.

This internship is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about renewable energy, eager to apply analytical skills to real world operational challenges, and motivated to assist with positively impacting the performance, reliability, and growth of Xcel’s renewable energy portfolio.

Typical Intern Responsibilities

• Support analytical and operational initiatives under the guidance of the ROC Sr. Ops Manager and Sr. Analyst.
• Collaborate with ROC Operators, ROC Analysts, onsite operations, engineering, IT support teams, transmission, and renewable operations leadership to support performance improvement initiatives by assisting with the implementation of technical efficiencies.
• Assist the ROC Senior Analyst with data software service initiatives, helping ensure Renewable Operations can deliver accurate and timely reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Help collect, validate, and organize operational data used for reporting, trend analysis, and post-event reviews.
• Assist the Senior ROC Analyst with trend analysis and reporting to identify and upscale potential indicators of equipment degradation to ROC Operators and onsite leadership.
• Support the ROC’s preparation for future renewable growth by assisting with database organization, participating in local plant SCADA testing activities, and helping to maintain operational reports.
• Support the generation of daily, weekly, and monthly regulatory and operational metric reporting under the direction of the Senior ROC Analyst.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project planning with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong technical skills through coursework and extracurricular clubs.
• Ability to learn Microsoft Excel, Python, Java, VBA, SQL, R, PowerBI, renewable plant SCADA Systems, and network/communication systems.
• Exhibits an analytical and inquisitive mindset with a commitment to detail and continuous learning.
• Demonstrates the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast‑paced team environment.

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 accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems, Math, or related fields
• 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.

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: $20.90 to $22.10 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays

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