Mass Market Strategy Business Intern

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?  Aposition at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Mass Market Renewable and Demand Response team located in Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in business operations to deliver customer products and services. The role also drives customer satisfaction through process improvements and daily business operations that meet customer needs.  The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, present to senior leadership, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. 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 Customer Energy and Transportation Solutions organization and the entire company.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: 

• Learning and performing renewable and demand response product delivery tasks to enhance customer solutions while meeting Company goals and customer needs

• Assisting with customer messaging and engagement efforts

• Leading a specific project determined in collaboration with intern leader to align with skills and interests, and business needs

• Assist with business operations as needed

This position is for a June 1, 2026 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 status (as of June 2026) or higher

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Communications or related field

• Able to commute to the Company locations in downtown in Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN at least three days a week

• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) during the summer, with potential to extend to part time during the school year

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• 3.5 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher

• Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework, including classes in econometrics

• Experience or Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and lead team projects that align with leadership expectations

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 [email protected].

Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $17.80 to $23.90 per hourThis position is eligible for the following 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: 10/16/25

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