Technical Intern (Jr, Sr, or Grad)
Job Description
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.
Project Description:
Join the Resource Planning team and have a direct impact on the future of energy in Texas and New Mexico! As an entry level resource planning analyst, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to study the existing SPS electric system, emerging generating technologies in Texas and New Mexico, and support the development of an electric resource plan that prioritizes safe, clean, reliable, and affordable energy for Xcel Energy's customers. In this role, the candidate will gain valuable knowledge of the energy industry as well as exposure to various departments throughout Xcel Energy, including generation and transmission planning and modeling, operations, legal and regulatory, and more.
The candidate will have the opportunity to support the ongoing development of the current electric resource plan and learn how generation resources are modeled and evaluated for selection. As part of this task, they will study the benefits of location and resource diversity and the importance of reliability when planning the future of Xcel Energy's portfolio of resources. They will also learn how external changes such as generation technology and electrification advancements impact the needs of the system and how Xcel Energy plans to meet those needs. This role will expose them to the regulated utility environment, providing the opportunity to see how Xcel Energy engages with stakeholders, works to keep costs low, and considers the societal impact of resource planning through Just Transition goals. This position will provide the candidate with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the energy industry while directly contributing to an exciting future for Texas and New Mexico.
This will be a yearlong opportunity with the potential to change to Summer & Fall 2025. The candidate should be able to work full-time during the summer. If the intern works during the school year, their hours should be part-time.
Minimum Requirements:
Enrolled in programs focused on Science, Technology, or Mathematics, such as computer engineering, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance, accounting, data science, drafting, gas design, electric design, project management, construction management, chemistry, biology, environmental studies, natural sciences, and similar.
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: $22.50 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.
Deadline to Apply: 10/30/24
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