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Xcel Energy · 1 day ago

Engineering Intern, Substation Communication Engineering Team

Xcel Energy is a leading electricity and natural gas energy company, providing energy-related products and services to millions of customers. They are seeking an Engineering Intern to support their Substation Communication Engineering Department, where the intern will assist with engineering efforts, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and maintain network configurations. This internship offers practical experience and opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Support engineering efforts on Capital Projects
Help resolve remote device connectivity issues and other device troubleshooting
Onboard and troubleshoot substation firewalls
Update and maintain the engineering lab network and device configurations
Support department automation efforts

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringDevice TroubleshootingSubstation Cyber-securityMicrosoft Office SuitePower Generation KnowledgeProject Management KnowledgeMechanical AptitudeEffective CommunicationSelf-motivatedTeamwork

Required

A current Sophomore or above (as of Fall 2026)
Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally
Must be self-motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others
Able to commute to the corporate office in Denver, CO - hybrid schedule
Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part-time during the fall (up to 20 hours a week)

Preferred

Course work in power generation or project management
Local to Denver, CO
Interest in the power industry or industrial control systems

Benefits

Pension
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays

Company

Xcel Energy

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Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.

H1B Sponsorship

Xcel Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (6)
2022 (4)
2021 (1)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.39B
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyBreakthrough Energy Ventures
2024-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1.2B
2023-10-18Grant· $100M
2023-09-22Grant· $70M

Leadership Team

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Robert Frenzel
Chairman, President and CEO
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Brian Van Abel
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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