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System Protection Engineering Intern
Xcel Energy
Provides energy services across multiple states, focusing on clean, reliable, and affordable solutions.
Support power system modeling, short circuit studies, and relay testing.
9d ago
$20 - $30
Entry-level
Internship
Denver, CO
Hybrid
Company Size
14,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Utilities
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Government
Role
What you would be doing
event analysis
lightning correlation
short-circuit modeling
short-circuit coordination
relay testing
relay database
Support in event analysis for outages by analyzing lightning correlation
Short circuit modeling tasks for new assets, retired equipment processing, and distribution and transmission equipment modeling.
Perform short-circuit coordination for distribution feeder relays using short circuit software and coordination module
Support laboratory testing of relays for firmware updates and protection scheme verification.
Assist in management of protective relay database, including running of queries and verifying materials returned from the field
What you bring
2.8 gpa
full-time
spreadsheets
sophomore
basic circuits
abet
2.8 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher
Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week). If the interns have proven that they are able to be productive or effective working remotely without supervision, then we can allow part time (min 8 hours/week) from home in the Fall 2026 semester and onwards. We will still require full-time every summer (40 hours/week) as hybrid in office on Tuesday-Thursdays.
Experience and proficiency in spreadsheets.
Current student, Sophomore status (as of May 2026) or higher
Completed 1 year of undergraduate coursework, including classes in basic circuits
Able to commute to the corporate office in Denver, CO.
Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, civil, or chemical)
The company has a history spanning over a century, demonstrating its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
hidden炳 Renewable energy solutions, including wind and solar power.
hidden炳 Reducing carbon emissions and increasing clean energy generation.
hidden炳 Large-scale renewable projects like the Rush Creek Wind Project in Colorado.
hidden炳 Service offerings cover residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs with an emphasis on sustainability.
hidden炳 Leader in energy efficiency programs, helping customers reduce consumption and costs.
hidden炳 Innovates in the energy sector, balancing economic and environmental goals.
Culture + Values
90% Reduction
CO2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions through sustainable practices and energy efficiency initiatives.
20 Hours
Employee Training
Provides employees with 20 hours of annual training focused on professional development and personal growth opportunities.
Fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
Encourages open communication and collaboration.
Values diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Supports community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
Environment + Sustainability
57% reduction
Carbon emissions from electricity
Achieved a 57% reduction in carbon emissions from 2005 levels as of early 2025.
1.5 million EVs
Electric vehicles enabled by 2030
Plans to enable 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030 as part of broader sustainability goals.
$45 billion investment
In renewable energy projects
Investing $45 billion in generation, transmission, and other clean energy projects over five years (2024–2029).
54% carbon-free energy
In 2023
Achieved a 54% share of carbon-free energy in 2023, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.
Plans for zero-carbon fleet and enhanced EV charging infrastructure by 2030/2035 include enabling 1.5 million electric vehicles and achieving $1/gallon equivalent fuel savings for customers.
Investing in 4,000 MW+ of new wind and solar capacity by 2032, with all coal plants retiring by 2030 and nuclear energy extended until 2040.
Developing battery storage technologies, such as a 10 MW iron-air battery, and piloting innovative solutions like hydrogen, RNG, heat pumps, and smart water heaters.
Built a network of ~750 high-speed public EV charging stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin by 2026, alongside a home charger installation program to support widespread EV adoption.
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