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Product Architect roles sit at the intersection of systems design and technical strategy, making them a strong CPT fit for students in computer science, software engineering, or information systems programs. Your DSO must confirm the role is integral to your curriculum before you start, so have your job description ready early.
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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.
Join the Meta Architecture team and help shape the tools, processes, and technology solutions that enable and advance the architecture practice across the enterprise. Collaborate with stakeholders and architects from diverse domains to drive continuous improvement, leverage AI-powered technologies to accelerate innovation, and contribute to projects that match your interests. Be part of a highly collaborative team with a strong culture of mentorship, learning, and shared success.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Collaborate with IT/OT architects and business stakeholders to research, design, and implement architecture solutions that support enterprise objectives and deliver measurable business value. Work on strategic and innovative projects aligned with your interests and professional development goals.
- Contribute to AI/ML and agentic AI initiatives, including the exploration, development, and adoption of intelligent solutions that enhance productivity, automation, and decision-making.
- Participate in architecture, project, and team meetings, contributing ideas and insights within a collaborative, high-performing, and dynamic team environment.
- Conduct research, analysis, and solution evaluation to support architects in solving business and technology challenges across the enterprise.
- Assist in the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of IT/OT architecture standards, principles, frameworks, and best practices.
- Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and problem-solving assistance for architecture-related initiatives and projects as needed.
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 Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Data Science, Math, any related technical major
- 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
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices
- Any technical certification
- Exposure to cloud platforms, AI/ML technologies, or software development practices.
- Interest in IT/OT architecture, emerging technologies, AI/ML, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Foundational understanding of enterprise architecture concepts, including areas such as software, hardware, networking, integration, data management, cloud and on-premises hosting models, and technology platforms.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical and business challenges.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies, tools, and methodologies.
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.
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.
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: 09/29/26
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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
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Get Access To All JobsProduct Architect CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Architect role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, as long as your school program includes coursework in systems design, software architecture, or enterprise computing that the role directly builds on. Your DSO makes the final call on whether the specific job description meets the curricular integration requirement, so bring the full offer letter and a written explanation of how the work connects to your courses.
Can I do CPT for a Product Architect role at a startup that doesn't yet sponsor visas?
CPT itself doesn't require the employer to have prior visa sponsorship experience, so a startup without an H-1B visa history can still authorize your CPT work. The risk is post-graduation: if you're counting on that employer for OPT or H-1B sponsorship later, confirm early whether they're willing to go through that process. Many early-stage companies haven't run it before and underestimate the timeline.
How do I find Product Architect roles where employers already understand CPT?
Migrate Mate surfaces Product Architect positions from employers with documented Labor Condition Application filing history, which is a reliable signal that the company has navigated work authorization before. Filtering by LCA history saves you from spending weeks in a process only to hit a dead end with an employer unfamiliar with F-1 work authorization.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the Product Architect role shifts significantly after I start?
If your core responsibilities change, for example from application architecture to pure project management, your DSO may need to reassess whether the role still qualifies as integral to your curriculum. Notify your DSO proactively if the job description shifts materially. Continuing on CPT under a substantially different role without updated authorization puts your F-1 status at risk.
Is full-time CPT for a Product Architect position a problem for future OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more eliminates your eligibility for OPT entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Many Product Architect CPT placements run six to twelve months and are full-time by default. If you're targeting OPT after graduation, keep cumulative full-time CPT under 12 months or structure the placement as part-time, which your DSO can confirm based on your program timeline.