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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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Energy Accounting / Energy Analyst Intern supports the PSCo Transmission Control Center by assisting with the collection, validation, analysis, and reconciliation of energy-related data used for system balancing, settlements, reliability reporting, and transmission accounting activities. The intern works closely with Energy Accounting personnel, Balancing Authority Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate accounting of power flows, interchange transactions, and settlement-quality data used to support reliable grid operations. The role provides exposure to electric utility operations, energy markets, transmission accounting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Assist with validating and reconciling hourly and monthly energy accounting data, including generation, load, interchange, and transmission transactions.
- Analyze data from the Energy Management System (EMS) and Integrated Energy Management (IEM) systems to identify discrepancies and support reliable energy settlements.
- Support investigations of interchange, tagging, metering, and energy checkout issues to improve data accuracy and operational performance.
- Develop reports, dashboards, spreadsheets, and data analyses used by Transmission Operations, Energy Accounting, and leadership teams.
- Assist with regulatory, reliability, and settlement reporting requirements by gathering, validating, and organizing operational data.
- Gain knowledge of Balancing Authority operations, transmission systems, energy markets, and utility accounting practices while supporting real-time and after-the-fact energy analysis activities.
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, Sophomore or higher (as of Fall 2027)
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business
- 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
- A desire to learn new energy markets and the operational aspects of how an electric transmission grid operates.
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $19.00 to $21.00 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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Energy Accounting / Energy Analyst Intern supports the PSCo Transmission Control Center by assisting with the collection, validation, analysis, and reconciliation of energy-related data used for system balancing, settlements, reliability reporting, and transmission accounting activities. The intern works closely with Energy Accounting personnel, Balancing Authority Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate accounting of power flows, interchange transactions, and settlement-quality data used to support reliable grid operations. The role provides exposure to electric utility operations, energy markets, transmission accounting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Assist with validating and reconciling hourly and monthly energy accounting data, including generation, load, interchange, and transmission transactions.
- Analyze data from the Energy Management System (EMS) and Integrated Energy Management (IEM) systems to identify discrepancies and support reliable energy settlements.
- Support investigations of interchange, tagging, metering, and energy checkout issues to improve data accuracy and operational performance.
- Develop reports, dashboards, spreadsheets, and data analyses used by Transmission Operations, Energy Accounting, and leadership teams.
- Assist with regulatory, reliability, and settlement reporting requirements by gathering, validating, and organizing operational data.
- Gain knowledge of Balancing Authority operations, transmission systems, energy markets, and utility accounting practices while supporting real-time and after-the-fact energy analysis activities.
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, Sophomore or higher (as of Fall 2027)
- Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business
- 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
- A desire to learn new energy markets and the operational aspects of how an electric transmission grid operates.
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $19.00 to $21.00 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 JobsOR Tech CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does OR Tech work qualify as CPT for a surgical technology program?
Yes, if your enrolled program includes a clinical practicum or externship requirement and the OR Tech role fulfills that requirement in the curriculum. Your DSO confirms the connection between the job duties and your coursework. A general health sciences degree may not qualify if the program doesn't specifically list surgical or perioperative clinical training as a required component.
Can I do CPT at an ambulatory surgery center instead of a hospital?
Yes. Ambulatory surgery centers and outpatient surgical facilities count the same as hospital OR departments for CPT purposes, provided your school approves the site. The key requirement is that the setting gives you the surgical assisting or scrub tech duties your program requires, not just administrative or patient transport work.
How do I find OR Tech employers who are set up to hire CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for OR Tech openings and filter for employers with documented work authorization history. Many surgical facilities have hired F-1 students on CPT before and have HR processes in place. Facilities with no prior experience often delay onboarding because they don't know how to verify your I-20 authorization.
Does CPT for an OR Tech role count against my OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, doesn't affect your OPT eligibility at all. Full-time CPT, 20 or more hours per week, used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Most structured surgical rotations are scheduled as part-time or semester-length, so verify your weekly hours with your DSO before accepting full-time placement terms.
What documents does an OR Tech employer need to complete my I-9 on CPT?
You'll present your valid passport, your F-1 visa, your current I-20 with CPT authorization listed for that specific employer, and your I-94 arrival record. The employer completes Section 2 of the I-9 using these documents. If your CPT end date falls before your rotation ends, you need a CPT extension on your I-20 before that date, not after.