Electric Distribution Design, Technical Intern -St. Paul/Newport, 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.

Work with Distribution Design staff to support the project management process for internal and external customer requested work orders, from initial application to project completion. This intern position will assist with Distribution Design tasks, including project management, GIS/mapping, visiting project sites for field work, billing, and other office tasks as needed. This position will work with the Company’s various IT programs, construction, and other departments to provide electric services/requests to our customers.

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Xcel Energy is seeking Technical Interns to support the Distribution Design organization in Newport, MN and/or St. Paul, MN. Interns will work closely with Distribution Design staff and Operations, to support the project management process of internal and external customer requested work order creation, from initial application to project completion in the field.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Work closely with Distribution Designers and Operations.

- Processing or SAP, GIS, and other IT systems.

- Project Management.

- Communication with internal/external customers.

- Travel to job sites for project design planning, construction site readiness, customer meetings.

- Working with and understanding field construction practices.

This position is for a January 1 or June 1, 2026 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.

- Current student, Sophomore and higher.

- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management.

- Able to commute to the (service centers, plants, or corporate offices, job sites) in the St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN metro area.

- Driver's License and Personal Vehicle

- 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).

Preferred Qualifications

- 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher.

- Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework, including Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management.

- Experience or Proficiency with project management software, GIS, and other IT systems.

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: $17.00 to $27.20 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.

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Deadline to Apply: 10/16/25

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