Power Systems Studies Engineering 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 Integrated Systems Planning group, specifically within the Transmission Modeling and Analytics department in Minneapolis, MN, Denver, CO or Amarillo, TX. To meet Xcel’s goal of a carbon-free system by 2050, Modeling and Analytics provides the data and evaluations needed to develop transmission, generation, distribution, and gas systems. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your engineering and automation capabilities in transmission system modeling and power system analysis, including steady state and transient analysis. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, expand with new capabilities, and present 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn to use various power systems modeling and analysis software, such as PSSE and TARA.

• Automation of existing processes

• Assist with updates, data maintenance, and analysis.

• Under guidance, perform power systems studies and reporting.

 
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 May 2026) or higher

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Renewable Energy or equivalent 

• Able to commute to the corporate office in Minneapolis, MN, Denver, CO or Amarillo, TX

• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) and part time during the fall and spring (up to 20 hours a week).

 
Preferred Qualifications: 

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

• Electrical engineering – circuits knowledge at a minimum. Completion of a power systems introductory course would be a plus.

• Introductory programming skills (e.g. Python, Matlab, C++)

• Any completion of energy systems courses (renewable energy, etc.) would be a plus.

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: $18.80 to $24.00 per hourThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Spot On Bonus, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, 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), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

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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