About the role#
This internship supports the Regulatory Administration team on policy, cost recovery, and rulemaking proceedings. You will assist in ensuring Public Utilities Commission approval and positive outcomes for the company and its customers. The role involves managing projects, conducting research, and handling compliance reporting. You will work through the school year starting in Fall 2026, with the opportunity to continue through Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage or support assigned regulatory cases.
- Research specific issues as needed.
- Meet case milestones on time and with accuracy.
- Report progress on milestones to management.
- Provide recommendations to leadership when decisions are required.
- Work cross-functionally with business partners across the organization.
- Create high-level process maps for case management.
- Identify and propose process improvements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or higher at an accredited college or university.
- Pursuing a degree in Business, English, Economics, Public Policy, Environmental studies, or a related field.
- Ability to work full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year.
- Must reside in the state of Colorado and be able to commute to the office.
- Preferred experience or coursework in research, writing, finance, or project management.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), AI tools, Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Denver, Colorado.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Paid internship.
- Schedule: Part-time during the school year, full-time during the summer.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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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