Engineering Intern, Substation Communication Engineering Team

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 is seeking candidates to support our Substation Communication Engineering Department, specifically in Denver, CO or Minneapolis, MN. Substation Communication Engineering is responsible for the critical task of providing secure and reliable communication circuits to substations for SCADA, teleprotection, and remote access to ensure the reliable operation of the electric power system. We also manage substation cyber-security, and operations network architecture/planning. The paid internship program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. 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 with other interns across the organization.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Support engineering efforts on Capital Projects

- Help resolve remote device connectivity issues and other device troubleshooting

- Onboard and troubleshoot substation firewalls

- Update and maintain the engineering lab network and device configurations

- Support department automation efforts

This position is for a June 1st, 2026 start. These positions may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel’s business needs.

- A current Sophomore or above (as of Fall2026).

- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.

- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

- Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally

- Must be self- motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others

- Able to commute to the corporate office in Denver, C - hybrid schedule

- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the fall (up to 20 hours a week).

Preferred Qualifications

- Course work in power generation or project management.

- Local to Denver, CO.

- Interest in the power industry or industrial control 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: $20.70 to $30.10 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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Deadline to Apply: 01/30/26

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