Community Relations and Social Investments Intern - WI

About the role

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.

Support community engagement, economic development, and philanthropic initiatives across Wisconsin by working alongside Community Relations, Media Relations, Key Accounts, Mid Market, Ag Services and Foundation teams. This role assists with coordinating community events, supporting nonprofit partnerships, conducting research on local initiatives, and helping advance programs that strengthen relationships with local governments, businesses, and community organizations. Interns gain hands‑on experience in stakeholder engagement, workforce development, and social investment efforts that help communities thrive.

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.

• Coordinate community engagement activities by supporting local events, partnerships, and outreach with nonprofits, chambers, and community organizations.
• Assist with foundation and volunteer programs, including tracking employee volunteerism and supporting grant and giving initiatives.
• Conduct research and prepare briefings on community needs, economic development opportunities, and key stakeholder priorities.
• Support communications efforts by drafting materials, assisting with media/event logistics, and helping ensure clear, consistent messaging.
• Help manage stakeholder relationships by coordinating meetings, maintaining contact lists, and supporting engagement with local leaders and partners.

• Current student, Sophomore or higher
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Political Science
• Local travel
• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, nonprofit management, political science, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects or events with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Interest in community engagement, philanthropy, or economic development
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional environment

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,…