Transmission Planning Intern

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• Demonstrated understanding of fundamental power system concepts, including power flow analysis, transmission systems, voltage control, stability, protection, or grid operations.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to solve complex engineering problems using data-driven approaches.
• Experience with power system modeling, simulation, or programming tools such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, MATLAB, Python, Power World, DSATools, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in advanced transmission planning topics, including renewable energy integration, large load interconnections, grid modernization, power system dynamics, EMT analysis, or advanced transmission technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, research papers, and engineering presentations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Interest in conducting applied research, supporting U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) initiatives, and contributing to technical publications and conference presentations (e.g., IEEE, CIGRE, ESIG) is highly desirable.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems, Power Electronics, or a closely related field.
• For undergraduate candidates:
  Completion of at least one accredited power systems course (e.g., Power System Analysis, Electric Energy Systems, Power Engineering, or equivalent) is required.
• For graduate candidates:
  Must be pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. degree with research or coursework focused on electric power systems, power system dynamics, renewable energy integration, power electronics, or related disciplines.
• 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.
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• Non-Bargaining
• The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $30.50 per hour
• This 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.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• Final date to receive applications: 10/16/26
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