Transmission Line Engineering Intern - Minneapolis, United States - Xcel Energy

Description

Job Description

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.

This internship position will be located in Minneapolis, MN.

The successful candidate will begin the internship in May 2024.

You will be able to work part time during the school year and hours per week during the summer months.

Position Summary

Work with the Engineering staff to support transmission line projects, both capital and ops/maintenance.

Work as an entry level engineering analyst doing tasks spanning all aspects of transmission line operations including performance/efficiency, contract and project management, specifying new and replacement equipment, making process improvement recommendations, supporting requests from operations and maintenance.

Through practical field experience and mentoring, successful candidate will gain significant professional confidence and people skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an ABET accredited Civil Engineering program
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbally
• Must be self- motivated, have good mechanical aptitude, and ability to work well with others
• Sophomore or Junior status
• Must live within a commutable distance from Minneapolis, MN.

Preferred

• An interest in the power industry desirable
• Civil Engineering preferred
• Sophomore classification is preferred.

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.

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Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $20.70 to $22.50 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.

Deadline to Apply: 04/29/24

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