Residential Energy Product Strategy Intern - MN

Xcel Energy•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$18 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

The Residential Energy Product Strategy Business Intern, located in Minnesota, supports the strategy and customer experience for Xcel Energy’s residential energy programs and rebates. Working with energy product strategy experts, the intern contributes to broader residential product work and owns delivery and results for 1 to 3 key projects in their focus area. The role provides exposure to how Xcel Energy offers residential customers products and services that align their energy needs with environmental targets and other company objectives. The internship begins May 24, 2027, and is on-site at least three days per week during summer 2027. The company has a strong preference for students attending school locally who may be able to continue part-time during the following school year. The internship may extend beyond its initial term depending on the candidate’s performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs. Summer work is full-time, up to 40 hours per week; school-year work may be part-time, up to 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Be a current student at junior level or higher.
Be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Environmental Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, Communications, Management, Business Administration, Legal and Regulatory Compliance, or a related field.
Be able to work full-time during summer, up to 40 hours per week, and part-time during the school year, up to 20 hours per week.
Be able to commute to the designated work location in person in accordance with the hybrid work policy.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with energy products and services.
Project management experience.
Interest in energy programs and utilities.
Familiarity with project management principles.
Data analysis experience.
Journey mapping and user experience fundamentals.
Attending school locally and the ability to continue part-time during the following school year.

Responsibilities

Facilitate journey-mapping sessions to understand how customers engage with Xcel Energy products and services through digital and non-digital channels.
Support and manage project plans that guide and engage customers through purchase journeys for residential energy programs and rebates across digital experiences.
Collaborate with technical teams to analyze energy data and understand the technical systems that enable energy programs and rebates.
Assist with RFPs and other filings as needed.
Own delivery and results for 1 to 3 key projects in the intern’s focus area.