HS Student YAP Intern

Xcel Energy•Eau Claire, WI

About The Position

Xcel Energy is seeking a current high school student in the Eau Claire, Wisconsin area to work with Substation Design staff on projects and assignments. The intern will use CAD software to update substation drawings based on marked-up prints from field personnel, revise drawings to reflect as-built conditions, and scan, print, and copy drawings as needed. The role may also support engineers and designers with special projects and other assignments. The position requires availability for 30–40 hours per week during the summer and at least 10 hours per week during the school year to meet the 900-hour requirement of the two-year Wisconsin Youth Apprentice program. The student must attend a school that participates in Wisconsin’s Youth Apprentice program.

Requirements

Must be a current high school student in the Eau Claire area.
Must attend a school that participates in Wisconsin’s Youth Apprentice program.
Must be available to work 30–40 hours per week during the summer and a minimum of 10 hours per week during the school year to meet the 900-hour requirement of the two-year Wisconsin Youth Apprentice program.
A 3.0 GPA or better, good grades in STEM courses, and good attendance.
Good computer skills and willingness to learn and take on a variety of assignments.
Self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

One year or one class of drafting or CAD is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with Substation Design staff on projects and assignments.
Use CAD software to update substation drawings from marked-up prints provided by field personnel.
Scan, print, and copy drawings as needed.
Revise Substation CAD drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
Work with engineers and designers on special projects as needed.
Complete other projects and assignments as assigned.