Renewables Engineering Intern - WI

Renewable Generation 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? 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 has an exciting opportunity to learn and grow in your knowledge of Renewable Generation. Work with engineering staff to support the reliable and efficient operations of Xcel Energy's renewable generation assets. Work as an entry level engineering project management. The candidate will work with departments such as Hydro, Wind and Solar Operations and Energy Supply Projects.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Construction observations
• Plans and specifications review, Risk evaluation
• Technical report writing and review
• Design features of renewable energy facilities
• Through practical field experience and mentoring
• Successful candidate will gain significant professional and technical skills

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, Junior or higher
• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Structural Engineering
• The candidate must have the able to travel to various renewable facilities at least 25% of the time as the facilities are located throughout WI, MN, ND and SD
• 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:

• Course work in engineering statics, engineering mechanics, soil mechanics, hydraulics and hydrology, and structural analysis and design.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in technical writing.

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.

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The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $23.10 to $24.60 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.

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Final date to receive applications: 10/15/26