Projects Engineering Intern - MN or WI

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.

Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Energy Supply Base Capital Engineering Projects, specifically at one of the coal-fired or RDF (refuse-derived fuel) generating plants in the Minnesota or Wisconsin regions. Plant locations are Becker, MN; Mankato, MN; Red Wing, MN; LaCrosse, WI; and Ashland, WI.

The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in engineering project management that supports the generating plants. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, present to senior leadership, 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 Energy Supply organization.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Assist project engineers at power plants with project management and execution.

- Learn how power plants generate electricity as well as learning the systems/subsystems that support the plants’ major equipment.

- Learn how to read and use piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID’s), electrical schematics and general plant drawings in support of projects

- Learn to use various project planning and project budgeting systems.

This position is for a 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.

Minimum Requirements

- Current student, freshman or higher

- Must be enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering program, studying areas such as electrical, mechanical, civil, chemical engineering or related program.

- Able to commute to any one of the plants in Becker, MN; Mankato, MN; Red Wing, MN; LaCrosse, WI; or Ashland, WI.

- 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). (select one or both depending on the role).

Preferred Qualifications

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

- Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework, including Engineering classes.

- Previous Engineering internship experience

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: $18.80 to $30.10 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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