Business Analyst Intern - Waite Park, MN

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.

Is it time to see how all those college courses translate to the real world?  Are you ready to work alongside experienced professionals on real projects and issues? An internship at Xcel Energy will give you practical experience in the energy industry at a company that’s committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship.

Xcel’s Northwest MN Gas Operations provides gas services for the Waite Park, MN areas of the state.

Project Description

- We are looking for an intern to help with Scheduling, Coordinating and Organizing of work and appointments to better provide service for our internal and external customers. This intern should be able to work with little supervision on a daily basis and have a strong work ethic. - The Northwest region employs 20+ gas technicians to serve our natural gas customers. This position would also support them with any technical issues/questions they may have. We have 3 very tightknit groups in our area and are looking for an intern who will fit in well with them and be available for assistance as needed.

- Data Cleanup and assisting Operation specialists with filing and other tasks as required.

- General business and office administrative support

- Training is provided as needed.

- Assist with requests from other Xcel Energy departments as required.

- This will be a summer opportunity with the potential to extend into a school semester. The candidate should be able to work full-time during the summer and 15-20 hrs./wk. during a school semester.

- Hours during the school semesters will be flexible to work around class schedules.

Minimum Requirements

- Current Freshman and above

- Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university studying Business, marketing, administration or similar.

- Valid Driver's License and personal vehicle

Preferred Requirements

- Organizational skills

- Able to learn new software.

- Filing paperwork

- General computer work

- Good communication skills

- Works well with others / field crew support

- General office support

- Experience or knowledge of SAP applications, MWM, UKG/Workday

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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $15.20 to $23.90 per hour

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Spot On Bonus, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

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.

Deadline to Apply: 12/25/25

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