Engineering Intern Major Projects Group - Becker, MN and Elk Mound, WI
About The Position
Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our Major Projects Group, working in-person on active construction projects. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in the engineering group that supports both new construction and retrofits of electric power plants. The program provides practical work experience in construction project management and field engineering, developing your skills in real-time problem solving, application of engineering principles, and professional communication. Each intern will have the opportunity to see first-hand how a project is built from an already completed set of engineered drawings. The program will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands-on training, while also providing opportunities to learn and network with a variety of staff across the organization. We are hiring 5 Engineering Interns for Summer 2026 across the following sites: Elk Creek Solar – Elk Mound, WI: 1 Civil Engineering Intern Sherco Generating Station – Becker, MN: 1 Electrical Engineering Intern 1 Mechanical Engineering Intern: Sherco Solar & Battery Storage – Becker, MN: 1 Electrical Engineering Intern 1 Civil Engineering Intern
Requirements
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering program.
- Current student, Sophomores and higher (Graduating Seniors as of Spring 2026 (not continuing to Graduate School) are not eligible to participate.)
- Able to work full-time during the summer, 40 or more hours per week.
- Must have a reliable means of transportation to be able to commute to work 100% in-person at the assigned project site.
- Candidate must either already live within a commutable distance or be able to relocate for several months.
- Must have a valid driver license and personal vehicle
Nice To Haves
- 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
- Completed 2 years of undergraduate coursework.
- Experience or Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Responsibilities
- Participate in construction oversight and planning, field inspections, and safety observations.
- Collaborate with Xcel staff to ensure the project is built in accordance with applicable engineering codes and standards.
- Learn about drawing updates and field engineering changes that occur during an active project.
- Gain knowledge of how to manage vital professional project relationships.
- Assist with internal documentation, tracking of project metrics, and reporting.
- Assist with vendor outreach and coordination.
Benefits
- Spot On Bonus
- Medical/Pharmacy Plan
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Health Care Reimbursement Account
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
- Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
- Transportation Reimbursement Account
- Short-term disability (STD)
- Long-term disability (LTD)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Transit programs
- Employee recognition program
- Pension
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Holidays
- Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
- Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
