Operation Technology Support Intern - Amarillo, TX

Xcel Energy•Amarillo, TX

1d•$19 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Xcel Energy is hiring a long-term intern in its Operation Technology (OT) Support organization, working with the AD-Ops Delivery – Energy Management System (Xcel- EMS Team). Over the 18-month internship, the intern will gain exposure to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance requirements and support documentation and evidence gathering. The intern will learn and work on specific requirements within the EMS Team. The role is based in Amarillo, Texas, and requires commuting to the designated work location in person under the company’s hybrid work policy. The position is scheduled to start May 24, 2027, and may be extended beyond the initial internship term depending on performance and business needs. The intern may work up to 40 hours per week in summer and up to 20 hours per week during the school year.

Requirements

Must be a current student at sophomore level or higher.
Must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in electrical engineering, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, drafting, or electric design.
Must be able to work up to 40 hours per week during summer and up to 20 hours per week during the school year.
Must be able to commute to the designated work location in person, in accordance with the hybrid work policy.

Nice To Haves

Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel.
Programming skills in Java, C+, or Python.
Some experience with graphical tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Understanding of electrical grids.

Responsibilities

Support construction projects that incorporate new field devices into the current SCADA system.
Use graphical user interfaces to support transmission operations.
Assist with internal processes and documentation.
Work with data analytics and help troubleshoot issues.
Support EMS Team documentation and evidence gathering related to NERC CIP compliance requirements.