Electric Distribution Design Intern - MN

Xcel Energy
Newport, Minnesota, United StatesPosted Sep 3, 2026
DesignOperations / Supply Chain

About the role

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. This intern position will assist with Electric Distribution Design tasks, including project management, GIS/mapping, visiting project sites for field work, billing, and other office tasks as needed. This position will work with the Company’s various IT programs, construction, and other departments to provide electric services/requests to our customers.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Project Management
  • Communication with internal/external customers
  • Understanding construction practices
  • Ability to learn Company IT systems, including GIS/mapping

This position is for a May 24, 2027 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, Sophomore or higher Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management Travel to job sites for project design planning, construction site readiness, customer meetings. Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commuting to the de

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