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Transmission Line Engineering Intern

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Xcel Energy

Dec 12, 2023

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Minneapolis

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering program
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft OfficeSuite
  • Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally
  • Must be self- motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others
  • Sophomore or Junior status
  • Must live within a commutable distance from Minneapolis
  • Preferred:
  • An interest in the power industry desirable
  • Civil Engineering preferred
  • Sophomore classification is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Work with the Engineering staff to support transmission line projects, both capital and ops/maintenance. Work as an entry level engineering analyst doing tasks spanning all aspects of transmission line operations including performance/efficiency, contract and project management, specifying new and replacement equipment, making process improvement recommendations, supporting requests from operations and maintenance. Through practical field experience and mentoring, successful candidate will gain significant professional confidence and people skills.

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As a leading electric and natural gas energy company, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity customers and 1.9 million natural gas customers across our eight states: Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin. Our workforce of more than 12,000 is rising to the challenge of a dynamic, constantly-changing utility industry. One that requires us to be even more customer focused, forward thinking and productive while remaining committed to meeting our customers’ fundamental need for safe, reliable, affordable energy. Do you have a passion for renewable energy, like wind or solar? Or care about giving back to the community? You’ll be in a position to directly impact our energy future. At Xcel Energy, you’ll be challenged, respected and rewarded. You’ll find an ethical team committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship. A dynamic company where you’ll have meaningful work that makes a difference.