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Technical Manager CPT roles let F-1 students earn academic credit while leading engineering or product teams inside real organizations. Your DSO must authorize each position as integral to your program, so target roles where your coursework in systems design, project planning, or operations management maps directly to the job description.
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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 intern will support GOTS (Gas Operations Technical Specialists) & Brighton operations to work with the team to develop SOP and clean up reports and compliance based driven maintenance plans. They will work with the foreman and senior in the groups to also clean up any open notifications.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Cleaning SAP reports
- Gather information for Standards
- Develop SOPs
- Clean up open issues and notifications
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 Business or Engineering
- Minimal travel across the state
- 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
- Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Excel & Word)
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: $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: 10/16/26
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.
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 intern will support GOTS (Gas Operations Technical Specialists) & Brighton operations to work with the team to develop SOP and clean up reports and compliance based driven maintenance plans. They will work with the foreman and senior in the groups to also clean up any open notifications.
Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Cleaning SAP reports
- Gather information for Standards
- Develop SOPs
- Clean up open issues and notifications
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 Business or Engineering
- Minimal travel across the state
- 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
- Microsoft Office skills (i.e. Excel & Word)
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: $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: 10/16/26
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 JobsTechnical Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your DSO can document that the management responsibilities, such as overseeing technical teams, scoping projects, or directing engineering workflows, are integral to your enrolled curriculum. Programs in computer science, engineering management, information systems, and MBA concentrations commonly support Technical Manager CPT authorization. Generic management duties with no technical component tied to your coursework are harder to justify.
Can I do CPT as a Technical Manager on a part-time basis?
Yes. CPT can be part-time (under 20 hours per week) or full-time (20 hours or more). Part-time CPT doesn't affect your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility, so if you're considering a full-time Technical Manager role spanning multiple semesters, confirm the duration with your DSO before accepting.
Does my employer need to file anything with USCIS for my CPT?
No. CPT authorization is entirely school-managed. Your DSO issues a CPT-endorsed I-20, and that document is your work authorization. The employer doesn't file with USCIS, doesn't need to register with DOL for LCA purposes under CPT, and doesn't petition for a visa. What they do need to verify is your employment eligibility using Form I-9, where your CPT-endorsed I-20 and F-1 visa serve as documentation.
How do I find Technical Manager roles where employers already understand CPT?
Migrate Mate filters listings by employers with CPT hiring history, which cuts out the back-and-forth of explaining CPT authorization timelines to an unfamiliar HR team. Technical Manager roles at mid-size tech and engineering firms tend to have more experience with F-1 work authorization than early-stage startups, where HR infrastructure is often limited.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my Technical Manager job description changes significantly?
A material change in duties, such as moving from a hands-on engineering lead role to a purely administrative position, may break the curriculum link your DSO approved. Notify your DSO immediately if your core responsibilities shift. If the new duties no longer align with your program, your CPT authorization for that position may need to be reassessed, and working outside the authorized scope violates your F-1 status.