Transmission Engineering Services Intern- CO

Xcel Energy Inc; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking a capable student for a summer internship in Denver, CO, supporting Transmission Engineering Services. You will work with field crews and engineers to ensure data quality in drawings and documents, contributing to design project workflows and process improvements.

The role requires ongoing ABET-accredited study and the ability to work full-time in summer or part-time during school year, with in-person attendance per the hybrid policy.

Qualifications

• Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027).
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Science or Technology such as computer engineering, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, data science, drafting, electric design, project management, construction management.
• 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

• Interpret markups and comments to update drawings and spreadsheets accurately.
• Work with different teams including Feild crews and Facility Ratings Engineers to keep data complete, correct, and compliant.
• Update tracker progress regularly.
• Help manage drawings and documents in ProjectWise.
• Learn how document and data management works for design projects.
• Help improve processes.

Skills

Drafting/design

Data analytics

Data management

Detail-oriented

Time management

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited program

Pursuing science/tech degree

Tools

ProjectWise

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.

Seeking candidates to support the Transmission Engineering Services group in Denver, CO. This position will work closely with field crews, Facility Ratings Engineers, designers, and the Data Governance team to ensure data is complete, accurate, and compliant. The role also includes providing document control support and quality assurance of substation and transmission design packages.

Typical Intern Responsibilities

• Interpret markups and comments to update drawings and spreadsheets accurately
• Work with different teams including Feild crews and Facility Ratings Engineers to keep data complete, correct, and compliant
• Update tracker progress regularly
• Help manage drawings and documents in ProjectWise
• Learn how document and data management works for design projects
• Help improve processes

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 Science or Technology such as computer engineering, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, data science, drafting, electric design, project management, construction management
• 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

• Experience with drafting/design, data analytics, & data management.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams)

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].

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $23.10 per hour

• 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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