Substation Field Engineering Intern
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Xcel Energy(NASDAQ:XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500company,dedicated toserving millions of electricity andnaturalgascustomersacross eight states:
Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota,New Mexicoand Texas.
We make energy work better forourcustomers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar-delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient,and sustainable energy.
Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.
Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.
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 candidates to support our Substation Field Engineering Organization in Colorado. This paid internship provides practical and hands‑on training in the substation area which includes supporting the engineering operations. 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 about other engineering organizations.
Typicalintern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Perform AC and DC auxiliary system calculations.
- Assist with substation engineering design and maintenance tasks.
- Support Field Engineers with inspections and projects.
- Learn to use various CAD systems (Micro Station and Project Wise).
- Assist with processes and document updates.
- Current student, Freshman and above
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in one of the following fields of study: design, automation, electronics, engineering, other related field of study.
- Able to commute to the Lipan Distribution service center.
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the spring (up to 20 hours a week).
- 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
- Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of and ability to use Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.
Our ValuesConnected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe
Our Employee Commitments- Work that makes a difference
- A team you can count of
- Opportunities to grow Rewards that help you thrive
Xcel Energy provides jobapplicantsreasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If youare in need ofanaccommodationto complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.
Non-BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $19.29 to $25.00 per hour
Benefits- Spot On Bonus
- Medical/Pharmacy Plan
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Dependent Care…
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