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.

Is it time to see how all those college courses translate to the real world? Are you ready to work alongside experienced professionals on real projects and issues? An internship at Xcel Energy will give you practical experience in the energy industry at a company that’s committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship.

Project Description

• This internship position will assist with expanding Xcel Energy’s presence in downtown Fargo while increasing support for local economic and community development. The three areas of emphasis will significantly expand and strengthen the Xcel Energy brand, create a platform for a “Clean Energy” educational outreach center as we continue leading the clean energy transition all the while increasing economic development investment and non-profit support for the Downtown Community Partnership.

• The position will involve the transition with program and outreach development into 2025.

• Work with the Xcel Energy Fargo Service Center staff to support the downtown Fargo operation. Work with economic and community development leaders doing tasks that support downtown growth, stakeholder outreach and overall community impact with advancing clean energy initiatives. Through practical operations experience and mentoring, a successful candidate will gain significant professional confidence and people skills.

This will be a yearlong opportunity (Start date of January 2025) with the potential to extend into an additional year. The candidate should be able to work full-time during the summer and 15-20 hrs./wk. during a school semester.

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled in programs such as supply chain, advertising, marketing, safety and health, management, human resources, training, labor relations, public relations, government relations, business administration, legal and regulatory compliance and similar.

• Ability to interact with diverse audiences, community stakeholders.

• Critical thinking

• Problem solving

• Strong organizational skills

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 [email protected].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $16.20 to $23.90 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: 09/30/24

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