Graduate Intern - Regulatory Analytics

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.

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.

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.

Summary

We are looking for a graduate business intern to join our Regulatory department at our 790 S Buchanan building in downtown Amarillo, TX! The successful candidate must be able to work 30-40 hours per week during the summer and 10-20 hours during the school year. This is a paid position.

The ideal candidate will be able to assist with utility industry and market research, working closely with experts in the Regulatory department as well as business areas across Xcel Energy. Primary tasks include (but are not limited to) market analysis, product research, document review and summarization (abstract or brief), analytical work supported by project teams, as well as record retention. The intern is encouraged to find efficient ways to complete tasks in an organized manner.

The ideal candidate will be able to assist with the development of regulatory projects and the execution of regulatory case filings before the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission and the Public Utilities Commission of Texas.  Examples of regulatory projects include rate cases, certificates of need, investigations, compliance filings, and tariff and pricing proposals.

An intern in this position will learn how to apply project management principles to regulatory case management as well as how to navigate the development of regulatory initiatives in the dynamic policy environment of a regulated industry.  The candidate can expect to coordinate with other members of Xcel Energy’s regulatory department as well as colleagues in operations, legal, resource planning, accounting, finance, treasury, business development, and other areas of one of the nation’s largest utility companies.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a master's degree preferably in Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field as of January 2024.
• Experience and/or coursework in pricing, accounting, finance, and economics.
• Experience in research, data review, and analytics.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint).
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must be available 10-20 hours per week during the school year and 30-40 hours per week during summer.
• The ability to work a hybrid work schedule and must live within a commutable distance from 790 S Buchanan St., Amarillo, TX 79101.
• Current driver's license.

Preferred

• Able to commit to the internship for 6-12 months.

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: $23.90 per hour

This position may also be eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Personal holidays

Pay and benefit packages may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive. If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. 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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