Real Time Planning Intern - TX, MN, CO
About The Position
Work with the Engineering staff to support the Transmission Control Center. Real Time Planning (RTP) supports the operation of the transmission grid by doing tasks that support the tools, programs, and databases used to perform various operational tasks such as outage coordination, powerflow studies, power system monitoring, and finding solutions to issues in real time out to two years in the future. RTP works with most groups in the transmission business unit so this position provides insight to many career opportunities at Xcel Energy. The intern will work as an entry level engineer supporting the team. Through practical experience and mentoring, successful candidate will gain significant professional confidence in simple power flow studies for planned transmission outages, transmission line loading reviews, and restoration planning. This position is for a May 24, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs.
Requirements
- Current student, Junior or higher
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (16 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in the energy industry and the future of energy.
Responsibilities
- Support the Transmission Control Center.
- Perform tasks that support the tools, programs, and databases used to perform various operational tasks such as outage coordination, powerflow studies, power system monitoring, and finding solutions to issues in real time out to two years in the future.
- Gain professional confidence in simple power flow studies for planned transmission outages, transmission line loading reviews, and restoration planning.
Benefits
- Pension
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
