About the role#
This internship supports the Regulatory Administration team at Xcel Energy. You will assist with policy, cost recovery, and rulemaking proceedings to help secure Public Utilities Commission approval. This role starts in Fall 2026 with the potential to extend through Summer 2027. You will work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer.
What you'll do#
- Manage or support assigned cases and track milestones to ensure they are met on time.
- Research issues and provide recommendations to leadership when decisions are required.
- Create high-level process maps and identify opportunities for process improvements.
- Work cross-functionally with business partners across the organization.
- Report progress on case milestones to management.
What you'll need#
- Current student with Junior status or higher at an accredited college or university.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, English, Economics, Political Science, or Environmental Engineering.
- Ability to commute to the Denver office for a hybrid work schedule.
- Experience or coursework in research, writing, finance, or project management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and AI tools.
Location & details#
- Location: Denver, Colorado.
- Modality: Hybrid work model.
- Term: Fall 2026 through Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $19.30 to $24.50 per hour.
- Benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and holidays.
About Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy provides electricity and natural gas services across eight states. The company operates in Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas. Its primary focus involves the generation and distribution of energy through renewable sources, nuclear energy, and traditional utility infrastructure. The organization maintains a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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