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Get Access To All JobsAre 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.
This Residential Energy Product Strategy Business Intern, located in Minnesota, will focus on supporting the strategy and experience behind Xcel Energy's residential energy programs and rebates. You'll work with a team of energy product strategy experts to support overall residential product work in addition to owning delivery and results for 1 to 3 key projects in your focus area. You also will have the opportunity to learn more about how Xcel Energy offers its residential customers products and services that help align customer's energy needs with environmental targets and other Company objectives. This internship commitment is on-site at least 3 days a week for the summer of 2027, with strong preference given to those who attend school locally and, if conditions allow, continue on a part-time basis through the following school year.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Facilitate journey mapping sessions to understand how customers engage with Xcel Energy products and services through digital and non-digital channels.
- Support and manage clear project plans that guide and engage customers through purchase journeys for residential energy programs and rebates across our digital experiences.
- Collaborate with technical teams to analyze energy data and understand the technical systems that enable our energy programs and rebates.
- Assist with RFPs and other filings as needed.
This position is for a May 24, 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 Requirements:
- Current student, Junior or higher
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Environmental Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, Communications, Management, Business Administration, Legal and Regulatory Compliance, or related fields
- 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:
- Direct experience with energy products and services
- Project management experience
- Interest in energy programs and utilities
- Familiarity with project management principles
- Data analysis experience
- Journey mapping and user experience fundamentals
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
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
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $18.20 to $19.50 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.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 10/15/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
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.
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.
This Residential Energy Product Strategy Business Intern, located in Minnesota, will focus on supporting the strategy and experience behind Xcel Energy's residential energy programs and rebates. You'll work with a team of energy product strategy experts to support overall residential product work in addition to owning delivery and results for 1 to 3 key projects in your focus area. You also will have the opportunity to learn more about how Xcel Energy offers its residential customers products and services that help align customer's energy needs with environmental targets and other Company objectives. This internship commitment is on-site at least 3 days a week for the summer of 2027, with strong preference given to those who attend school locally and, if conditions allow, continue on a part-time basis through the following school year.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Facilitate journey mapping sessions to understand how customers engage with Xcel Energy products and services through digital and non-digital channels.
- Support and manage clear project plans that guide and engage customers through purchase journeys for residential energy programs and rebates across our digital experiences.
- Collaborate with technical teams to analyze energy data and understand the technical systems that enable our energy programs and rebates.
- Assist with RFPs and other filings as needed.
This position is for a May 24, 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 Requirements:
- Current student, Junior or higher
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Business, Environmental Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, Communications, Management, Business Administration, Legal and Regulatory Compliance, or related fields
- 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:
- Direct experience with energy products and services
- Project management experience
- Interest in energy programs and utilities
- Familiarity with project management principles
- Data analysis experience
- Journey mapping and user experience fundamentals
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
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
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $18.20 to $19.50 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.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 10/15/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
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 JobsEnergy CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do CPT at an energy company that requires a security clearance?
CPT authorization itself doesn't prevent you from applying for a security clearance, but most clearances take months to process and require you to already be on-site. Many energy companies with clearance-gated roles offer unclassified projects specifically for CPT students. Confirm with the employer which projects are accessible before your DSO submits the CPT authorization.
Does remote CPT work for energy roles count toward my curriculum requirement?
Remote work is permissible under CPT as long as your DSO confirms the role still satisfies the curricular requirement. The key issue for energy roles is that remote positions in grid operations, data analytics, or energy policy are generally easier to authorize than field-based roles that require physical presence at a plant or drilling site.
How do I find energy employers who are open to CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Energy roles filtered by employers with documented work authorization filing history, which helps you identify companies already comfortable with nonimmigrant work status. Utilities, renewables developers, and energy consulting firms tend to have more established CPT onboarding processes than smaller independent operators.
What happens if my energy CPT role extends beyond one semester?
CPT is authorized semester by semester on your I-20. If your energy internship runs across multiple terms, your DSO must reauthorize it each semester and confirm it continues to satisfy your academic program. Each reauthorization also counts toward the 12-month full-time CPT threshold that affects OPT eligibility, so track your cumulative hours carefully.
Can I use CPT at a startup energy company with no prior international hires?
Yes. CPT doesn't require the employer to file anything with USCIS, your school authorizes the work, not the company. The employer does need to provide an official offer letter with your job title, start date, hours per week, and supervisor name so your DSO can evaluate the curricular tie. E-Verify enrollment is only required if the employer is a federal contractor.