Area Engineering Electric Distribution Intern- CO

Xcel Energy•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Work with the Engineering staff to support the Electric Area Engineering team. Work as an entry level engineer doing tasks that support electric reliability, power quality, system protection and plant betterment to improve the electric distribution system. Through practical operations experience and mentoring, a successful candidate will gain significant professional confidence and people skills.

Requirements

Current student, Sophomore or higher (as of Fall 2027)
Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Engineering, with a preference for Electrical Engineering majors.
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 designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Nice To Haves

3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
Strong interest in electric power systems and utility operations.
Understanding of basic electrical engineering concepts, including three-phase power systems and circuit analysis.
Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and digital productivity tools to enhance data analysis, technical documentation, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Assist with distribution system analysis and feeder performance evaluations
Review outage data and reliability metrics (e.g., SAIDI, SAIFI, CAIDI) to identify trends
Prepare and support Project Planning & Execution submittals
Apply and verify compliance with electric standards, construction practices, and engineering guidelines
Analyze power quality measurements, including voltage, current, flicker, and harmonics
Assist Area Engineers with capital project tracking and documentation
Work closely with Area Engineers, project managers, planners, designers, and operations personnel
Communicate & prepare technical summaries, reports, and presentations for engineering staff