Geospatial Tech & Data - Vendor Mgmt Intern - MN, CO

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. We are seeking a detail-oriented Geospatial Data Validation Intern to support utility mapping and asset data improvement initiatives. This internship provides hands-on experience working with GIS and enterprise asset data to improve the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of utility system records. The intern will collaborate with GIS, asset management, and operations teams to validate, clean, and maintain spatial and attribute data used for mapping and business processes. Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: GIS Data Management & Mapping: Create, edit, and maintain GIS datasets and maps; produce digital and print maps for internal/external use. Spatial Analysis: Perform geospatial analysis using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) and geodatabases. Data Collection & QA/QC: Collect, clean, and organize spatial and tabular data; support field data collection via GPS devices or mobile GIS apps; conduct quality assurance on GIS data. This position is for a May 31, 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, Junior or higher Enrolled in an accredited coll