Resource Planning Analyst 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.

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.

Project Description:

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Integrated System Planning (ISP) Organization, specifically, within the Energy Supply & Market (ESM) Modeling department in Denver, CO. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in one of our ISP groups that provides long-term capacity expansion and production cost modeling used throughout the Company to plan the future of the electric system. 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 ISP organization.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
 

• Learn to use EnCompass (Yes Energy) and PROMOD (Hitachi) electric generation and transmission simulation software.
• Contribute to various analytical activities supporting external projects, such as Regulatory filings, and internal reporting.
• Long-term electric system planning and analysis
• Assist with updates, data maintenance, and analysis.

This position is for a June 1st, 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
· Currently Graduate student (as of Fall 2026)
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics or similar.
· Able to commute to the corporate office in Denver, CO.
· Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) with possibility of part-time during the fall (up to 20 hours a week)

Preferred Qualifications
· 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
· Experience or Proficiency with data analytics 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 [email protected].

Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $27.20 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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