Transmission Planning Electrical Engineering Intern - MN

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xcel Energy offers a paid internship with the Transmission Planning Organization, providing hands-on experience in engineering projects, model development, and stakeholder collaboration. The program enables students to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting while networking with other interns across the organization.

The internship emphasizes practical skill-building, teamwork, and exposure to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools preferred.
• ABET-accredited program required.

Responsibilities

• Help develop a carbon free future.
• Development of transmission planning models.
• Interact with internal stakeholders on transmission planning projects.
• Development of critical thinking skills applying to unique transmission problems.

Skills

Power systems

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET accredited college or university

Electrical 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.

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Transmission Planning Organization. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in one of our engineering groups that supports various business units throughout the company. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, present to senior leadership, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. The program will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands‑on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns across the organization.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Help develop a carbon free future
• Development of transmission planning models
• Interact with internal stakeholders on transmission planning projects
• Development of critical thinking skills applying to unique transmission problems

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, Freshman or higher
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Engineering
• 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:

• Pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree
• 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
• Power system courses or programs
• Experience or proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

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: $19.30 to $24.60 per hour

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: 10/15/26

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