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Data Integration Developer roles involve building and maintaining ETL pipelines, data warehouses, and API connections between enterprise systems, work that maps directly to graduate programs in computer science, information systems, and data engineering. CPT authorization from your DSO must be in place before your first day, and the role must be listed as an integral part of your curriculum.
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Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.
At Xcel Energy, our employees are the driving force behind our success. So we make sure that, here, you can be your best. Doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities. Working with a team you can count on to push you. Expanding skills, staying ready for change, and capturing opportunities to grow. All with the support, rewards and recognition you need to thrive – during your internship and beyond.
Xcel Energy is seeking interns to support our Asset Strategy & Budget Integration (ASBI) team, part of the Energy Supply organization. Interns will learn about and contribute to the way Xcel plans, prioritizes, and invests in its power generation fleet today and in the future. Asset Strategy & Budget Integration is responsible for optimizing unit performance by ensuring that proposed work scopes are consistently evaluated in each jurisdiction and across the fleet, so the highest-value work scope is identified and funded within budget constraints. Quantitative tools, operational data, and performance analytics are used within the team to inform initial work assessments and drive fleet business decisions that improve reliability while minimizing the cost to produce energy.
The team is the Asset Strategy & Budget Integration (ASBI) group which is within the Analytics and Practices group, which is in Energy Supply's Performance Optimization department.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- A unique opportunity within the Asset Strategy & Budget Integration team will be the support and enhancement of the tools and models used for work assessment, five-year budgeting, and forecast planning.
- Assist in building new AI powered tools that will minimize the workload of project submittals.
- The ASBI intern would be involved in include support of the work assessment and scope-scoring process used to evaluate and prioritize maintenance and overhaul work across the fleet. This will include validating scoring inputs for accuracy and consistency using operations data and performance analytics.
This position is for a May 31, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027)
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in engineering
- The intern will work out of Materials Distribution Center but periodic visits will be made to the Denver Metro plants.
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience using various AI models.
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $23.10 per hour
- This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Deadline to Apply: 10/16/26
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
INTRODUCTION
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.
At Xcel Energy, our employees are the driving force behind our success. So we make sure that, here, you can be your best. Doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities. Working with a team you can count on to push you. Expanding skills, staying ready for change, and capturing opportunities to grow. All with the support, rewards and recognition you need to thrive – during your internship and beyond.
Xcel Energy is seeking interns to support our Asset Strategy & Budget Integration (ASBI) team, part of the Energy Supply organization. Interns will learn about and contribute to the way Xcel plans, prioritizes, and invests in its power generation fleet today and in the future. Asset Strategy & Budget Integration is responsible for optimizing unit performance by ensuring that proposed work scopes are consistently evaluated in each jurisdiction and across the fleet, so the highest-value work scope is identified and funded within budget constraints. Quantitative tools, operational data, and performance analytics are used within the team to inform initial work assessments and drive fleet business decisions that improve reliability while minimizing the cost to produce energy.
The team is the Asset Strategy & Budget Integration (ASBI) group which is within the Analytics and Practices group, which is in Energy Supply's Performance Optimization department.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- A unique opportunity within the Asset Strategy & Budget Integration team will be the support and enhancement of the tools and models used for work assessment, five-year budgeting, and forecast planning.
- Assist in building new AI powered tools that will minimize the workload of project submittals.
- The ASBI intern would be involved in include support of the work assessment and scope-scoring process used to evaluate and prioritize maintenance and overhaul work across the fleet. This will include validating scoring inputs for accuracy and consistency using operations data and performance analytics.
This position is for a May 31, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027)
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in engineering
- The intern will work out of Materials Distribution Center but periodic visits will be made to the Denver Metro plants.
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (up to 20 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience using various AI models.
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $23.10 per hour
- This position is eligible for the following benefits: Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Deadline to Apply: 10/16/26
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsData Integration Developer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Integration Developer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum and your DSO approves it. Roles focused on ETL development, data pipeline engineering, or API integration typically align with graduate programs in computer science, information systems, or data engineering. Your offer letter must describe specific technical duties, not a generic developer title, for DSO authorization to hold up under SEVIS review.
Can I work full-time as a Data Integration Developer on CPT?
You can, but full-time CPT used for 12 cumulative months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many F-1 students in data engineering programs structure CPT as part-time during the academic year and full-time only during summer semesters to preserve OPT. Coordinate with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer so you understand the cumulative impact on your post-graduation options.
What should I look for in employers to avoid CPT complications?
Prioritize employers who are E-Verify enrolled and have filed Labor Condition Applications with the DOL for similar technical roles before. These indicators show familiarity with work authorization processes. You can search Migrate Mate to find Data Integration Developer roles filtered by employers with verified DOL filing history, which reduces the risk of last-minute complications from employers unfamiliar with F-1 requirements.
How do I verify the job duties match my CPT curriculum requirement?
Compare the job description's technical responsibilities against your program's course catalog. Duties like designing data warehouse schemas, building ETL pipelines, or integrating APIs between enterprise systems should map to specific courses you're enrolled in or have completed. O*NET lists the standard occupational tasks for this role, which can help you and your DSO confirm the academic connection when preparing authorization paperwork.
Does CPT as a Data Integration Developer help my H-1B prospects after graduation?
Practical experience counts, but the connection is indirect. CPT experience in data integration strengthens your profile for specialty occupation evidence when an employer eventually files an H-1B visa petition. Employers who already understand DOL wage requirements and work authorization through LCA filings are also more likely to sponsor H-1B applications. Completing CPT at an E-Verify enrolled employer keeps your STEM OPT option open, which extends your runway before the H-1B lottery.