Energy Operations Intern - Nuclear Generation - MN

Xcel Energy•Monticello, MN

1d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Energy Operations Intern will support the nuclear plant maintenance process and provide general business support to a mechanical maintenance team of 30 people. The role includes maintaining work packages, tracking work readiness, and learning how work management and maintenance are coordinated at a major generating station. The position is based at the Monticello Nuclear plant and requires in-person work in accordance with Xcel Energy’s hybrid work policy. The internship is scheduled to start May 24, 2027, and may extend beyond its initial term depending on the candidate’s performance and business needs. The intern must be able to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer and up to 20 hours per week during the school year.

Requirements

Be a current student, freshman or higher.
Be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Technology, Energy Systems, Operations Management, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
Be able to work full-time during the summer, up to 40 hours per week, and part-time during the school year, up to 20 hours per week.
Be able to commute to the designated work location and work in person in accordance with the hybrid work policy.

Nice To Haves

Nuclear screening and FFD/AA approval for unescorted access.

Responsibilities

Support work package readiness.
Complete work closeout.
Maintain expense reports.
Learn how work management and maintenance are coordinated at a major generating station.
Help coordinate meeting agendas and scheduling.
Support the nuclear plant maintenance process and provide general business support to a mechanical maintenance team.