Substation Field Engineering Intern - Hands-On Training

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy is offering a paid internship in Colorado to support the Substation Field Engineering Organization. This role provides hands-on training in substation engineering tasks, calculations, and documentation updates while you learn CAD tools and work with Field Engineers.

Ideal candidates are current students in engineering, available to work full-time in the summer or part-time in spring, with a 3.0 GPA or higher preferred and strong Windows/Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Current student enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing an engineering degree.
• Enrolled in Electrical Engineering or related field and able to work full-time during summer (up to 40 hours/week) or part-time during spring (up to 20 hours/week).
• Knowledge of Windows OS and Microsoft Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform AC and DC auxiliary system calculations.
• Assist with substation engineering design and maintenance tasks.
• Support Field Engineers with inspections and projects.
• Learn to use CAD systems (MicroStation and ProjectWise).
• Assist with processes and document updates.

Skills

AC/DC calculations

Substation engineering

CAD systems

Education

Electrical Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Job description

Xcel Energy is offering a paid internship in Colorado to support the Substation Field Engineering Organization. This role provides hands-on training in substation engineering tasks, calculations, and documentation updates while you learn CAD tools and work with Field Engineers.

Ideal candidates are current students in engineering, available to work full-time in the summer or part-time in spring, with a 3.0 GPA or higher preferred and strong Windows/Microsoft Office skills.