Electric Utility Substation Design Intern

Position: Electric Utility Substation Design Intern- CO
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 one engineering intern to support the Substation Engineering & Design team in Denver, CO. The role supports transmission and distribution substation projects and includes design support, documentation, and coordination across engineering disciplines. The internship provides hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to real-world grid infrastructure projects. Intern will work with engineers, designers, and cross-functional teams.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Support substation design tasks (one-line diagrams, layouts, basic calculations)- Assist with drawing updates, design packages, and standards documentation
- Perform basic engineering calculations and data validation
- Participate in design reviews and coordination meetings
- Support site visit preparation and documentation (limited field exposure)- Organize and analyze project data and engineering records

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, Sophomore or higher (as of Fall 2027)- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred);
Civil or Mechanical (acceptable)- 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:

- Coursework in power systems or electrical engineering fundamentals (e.g., AC circuits)- Exposure to engineering drawings or CAD tools (not required)- Interest in electric utility infrastructure or substation engineering
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Prior internship, co-op, or relevant academic project experience- GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established standards and guidance
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly

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  anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 per hour

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