Reporting and Compliance Intern - Minneapolis, MN

Xcel Energy•Minneapolis, MN

4d•$21 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. Energy Supply (Generation) Strategy & Performance is seeking a highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and self‑motivated intern with a strong interest in data‑driven decision-making, process optimization and continuous improvement. The Data Analyst intern will work closely with Reporting & Compliance Consultants to map process data, build out queries in multiple databases, develop data checks within PowerBI or similar analytics tool, automate reporting functions, manage software tickets with vendors of reporting tools, and translate work into process guidance documents, procedures and training. Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Support analytical and continuous improvement initiatives under the guidance of Reporting & Compliance Analysts or Planning and Process Consultants. Collaborate with operations, engineering, IT support teams, and vendors to support data mapping, report development, automation, and development/improvement of process documents and training. Collect, validate, analyze and organize operational data used for reporting and trend analysis that will support root cause analysis, problem-solving, and development of solutions/process improvements. Enhance existing dashboards or develop new dashboards that track key operational metrics. Ensure the dashboards are meaningful and usable for plant teams. Ensure dashboards remain accurate, current, and aligned with evolving business needs. Identify outdated program and training content, develop updated program and training documentation, and partner with learning management systems (LMS) to migrate training content into LMS-based training. Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project planning with internal and external stakeholders. Project manage small to medium improvement projects per technical implementation plans.

Requirements

Undergraduate student, Junior status (as of May 2026) or higher
Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics or related technical degree.
Coursework or experience in data analytics, engineering, business analytics, or a related field.
Demonstrates the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with subject manager experts within a fast‑paced team environment.
Able to commute to the Marshall Operations Center in Minneapolis, MN three or more days per week (core days are T, W, and TH with balance either in office or from remote location)
Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week) with the potential opportunity to work part time during the semester (up to 20 hours a week).

Nice To Haves

3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
Experience or proficiency with data analytics tools such as Microsoft Excel, Python, Java, VBA, SQL, and PowerBI.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Support analytical and continuous improvement initiatives under the guidance of Reporting & Compliance Analysts or Planning and Process Consultants.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, IT support teams, and vendors to support data mapping, report development, automation, and development/improvement of process documents and training.
Collect, validate, analyze and organize operational data used for reporting and trend analysis that will support root cause analysis, problem-solving, and development of solutions/process improvements.
Enhance existing dashboards or develop new dashboards that track key operational metrics.
Ensure the dashboards are meaningful and usable for plant teams.
Ensure dashboards remain accurate, current, and aligned with evolving business needs.
Identify outdated program and training content, develop updated program and training documentation, and partner with learning management systems (LMS) to migrate training content into LMS-based training.
Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project planning with internal and external stakeholders.
Project manage small to medium improvement projects per technical implementation plans.