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The Gas Control team monitors and controls the NSP Gas Transmission and Distribution systems from 24/7 control rooms. The primary control room is located at the Rice St Service Center in St. Paul, MN, with a secondary backup site in White Bear Lake, MN. Gas Controllers use the Gas SCADA system to adjust equipment remotely, ensure system safety and reliability, and respond to alarms by deploying field responders.
Interns will support field teams integrating devices into the SCADA system and assist Controllers in their daily activities. This includes building new HMI displays, performing entry‑level cybersecurity compliance tasks such as firmware and password maintenance, configuring and testing new equipment in the SCADA test lab, and uploading station drawings and control narratives to the SCADA system.
Through hands‑on gas control room experience and mentoring, the intern will gain significant operational knowledge and teamwork skills needed to meet departmental goals. The internship starts on June 1, 2026 and may be extended based on performance and Xcel’s business needs.
Minimum requirements include being a current junior or higher student (as of Fall 2026) enrolled in an accredited college pursuing a degree in Computer Networking/Programming, Data Analytics, or Cyber Security. Applicants must be able to commute to the St. Paul corporate office, be a local Minnesota resident, and have experience in teamwork, data communications/network support, and SCADA design/programming. Availability is full‑time during the summer (up to 40 hours per week) and part‑time during the fall (up to 20 hours per week).
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? At Xcel Energy, our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we ensure you can be your best while doing work that makes a difference for neighbors and communities. We offer a supportive environment with rewards and recognition to help you grow during your internship and beyond.
The anticipated base pay is $20.40 to $27.20 per hour. The position includes benefits such as a pension, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays. Benefit plans are subject to change at Xcel Energy’s discretion.