Intern Law Clerk

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.

Position Summary

The clerkship involves working on a variety of matters related to the representation of Xcel Energy before the state and federal courts and administrative agencies, commercial agreements, labor and employment and environmental issues. 

Clerkship would start in either late August or September.

Essential Responsibilities 

• Research federal and state statutes, regulations and rules and analyze legal issues primarily related to the electric and natural gas industry. 

• Draft memoranda summarizing research results and analysis of legal issues.

• Review and draft various types of contracts, pleadings, and discovery

• Assist with filings for federal and state judiciary and regulatory agencies.

• Participate in or support special projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of one year (or more) of Law School (either full or part-time equivalent)-must be a current student.

• Ability to follow through on all assignments and deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously and establish priorities. 

• Proficient legal research skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.

• Excellent Communication skills

Preferred

• Previous work experience
• First quartile in class rank (if class rank is available) and/or a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.

**Please attach the most current copy of your unofficial transcript to your application**

**Please also attach a law school writing sample to your application**

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: $25.00 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.

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: 08/07/25

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