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Principal System Architect jobs on CPT require your DSO to authorize the work as an integral part of your degree program, typically in computer science, systems engineering, or a related technical field. These roles involve leading architecture decisions across distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise platforms, making them well-suited to advanced coursework in software systems, network design, or enterprise architecture.
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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.
Opportunities for students to assist protection engineers in doing system studies, collecting and gathering information from system events, and having a better understanding of how our transmission grid works and how to protect it.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Modeling of power system components for short circuit studies
- Using substation metering and relaying diagrams to model the relay and zone of protection
- Gathering event information (Weather, lightning, fault records) for event analysis
- Fulfilling data modelling from transmission portfolio delivery/capital projects
- Fulfilling short circuit study request from various departments (MISO, ISP)
- Doing data reporting and analysis on power system network
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, Sophomore or higher
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (less than 4 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Able to communicate in written and spoken English well
- Able to use a computer
- Have taken basic Calculus level math, and some Physics
- Able to work in the office Tues-Wed-Thu 8-4 in the summer
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: $21.20 to $24.60 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.
Opportunities for students to assist protection engineers in doing system studies, collecting and gathering information from system events, and having a better understanding of how our transmission grid works and how to protect it.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Modeling of power system components for short circuit studies
- Using substation metering and relaying diagrams to model the relay and zone of protection
- Gathering event information (Weather, lightning, fault records) for event analysis
- Fulfilling data modelling from transmission portfolio delivery/capital projects
- Fulfilling short circuit study request from various departments (MISO, ISP)
- Doing data reporting and analysis on power system network
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, Sophomore or higher
- Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (less than 4 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Able to communicate in written and spoken English well
- Able to use a computer
- Have taken basic Calculus level math, and some Physics
- Able to work in the office Tues-Wed-Thu 8-4 in the summer
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: $21.20 to $24.60 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 JobsPrincipal System Architect CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal System Architect role qualify for CPT?
CPT eligibility depends on whether the role is an integral part of your curriculum, not the job title itself. A Principal System Architect position qualifies if your degree program in computer science, systems engineering, or a related field includes coursework, a capstone, or a thesis that the work directly supports. Your DSO makes the final determination based on that curricular connection, not the seniority of the role.
Can I do CPT as a Principal System Architect at a startup without a formal HR process?
Yes, company size doesn't affect CPT eligibility. What matters is that the employer provides an offer letter confirming your start date, work location, and job duties so your DSO can issue the CPT authorization on your I-20. Startups without established immigration infrastructure can still sponsor CPT without filing anything with USCIS, since CPT authorization is entirely school-administered.
How do I find Principal System Architect jobs that accept F-1 CPT students?
Browse Migrate Mate to find Principal System Architect openings at employers with documented F-1 hiring history. Many organizations list work authorization requirements in their postings, but filtering by past CPT or OPT hiring patterns gives you a more reliable signal than a checkbox on an application form.
Will taking a full-time CPT role as a Principal System Architect affect my OPT?
Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more across your degree program eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT of any duration does not count against OPT. If you're considering a full-time CPT engagement in an architect role, factor in whether you'll need OPT for post-graduation employment, including any potential H-1B visa transition timeline.
What should my offer letter include for CPT authorization in an architect role?
Your DSO needs an offer letter that specifies your employer's legal name and address, your job title matching the role you described in your CPT request, your anticipated start and end dates, whether the position is full-time or part-time, and a brief description of your duties. For a Principal System Architect role, duties should reference architecture-level responsibilities that your school can map to your academic program.