Transmission Line Engineering Intern MN

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

HSA

Limited-Purpose FSA

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Pension

401(k) plan

Vacation

Holidays

Personal Leave

VPTO

Job summary

Xcel Energy, based in Minneapolis, invites students to join our transmission line engineering internship to support civil and electrical engineers in the design and maintenance of the high voltage transmission system. The role emphasizes detailed design and review work using design software, with a May 24, 2027 start date at our downtown Minneapolis office.

Typical duties include structural, foundation, and electrical clearance analyses, plus material support.

Qualifications

• Current student, junior or higher.
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering.
• Ability to travel to local job sites.
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Responsibilities

• Structural Analysis
• Foundation Analysis
• Electrical Clearance Analysis
• Material Support

Education

Civil Engineering degree

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.

The transmission line engineering internship will support civil and electrical engineers in the design and maintenance of the high voltage transmission system. The position is engineering focused and includes completing detailed design and reviews utilizing design software. The position is based at our 414 Nicollet Mall office in downtown Minneapolis.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Structural Analysis
• Foundation Analysis
• Electrical Clearance Analysis
• Material Support

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
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering
• Ability to travel to local job sites
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in the energy industry and the future of energy.

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.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $23.10 to $24.60 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Personal Leave, Sick Time, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

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