Engineering Intern, Major Projects Fixed Assets

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.

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.

­Project Description:

Intern will be helping to support construction of large generation projects to include wind, solar, hydro, or natural gas platforms. They will report directly to the MPG Project Manager. The role will support the PM in tracking project deliverables, contract management, reporting, as well as conducting field inspections and safety audits during construction. The intern will also support the Project Engineer as needed with reviewing submittals, responding to RFI’s, and supporting quality control activities.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Work as an entry level engineering analyst performing tasks spanning all aspects of plant operations including engineering, project management and construction.

• Provide submittal coordination, drawing support, construction planning and oversight, schedule review, quality control support, and vendor outreach and coordination, with some exposure to budgeting.

• Work with the Project Management and Engineering staff, supporting requests from operations and engineering, in making performance/efficiency improvement recommendations.

• Leverage communication skills to develop relationships with key project stakeholders including environmental, land rights, various engineering groups, project controls, external consultants and development partners, and other necessary groups to support project planning. 

• Acquire and develop knowledge in assigned areas by interacting and learning from these sources.

• Meet established turnaround time criteria for assigned projects to foster internal stakeholder participation and support project goals.

• Innovate new methods to improve stakeholder engagement and team effectiveness.

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.

Minimum Requirements

• A current Sophomore or Junior (as of Fall 2026)

• Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental Engineering.

• Must be local to Colorado and attend school in-state (CO)

• Able to travel/commute to multiple offices/sites in Denver Metro area and Eastern Colorado.

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

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: $21.20 to $23.10 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: 05/06/26

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