Corporate Marketing & Communications Intern - MN, CO

Xcel Energy

Hours: Part time
Where: Minneapolis, MN, 55401
Apply by: End Date: October 16, 2026
Posted: Sep 7

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.

What you'd do

Gain a broad look at the marketing and communications needs of a major corporation.
Build foundational career experience by writing, coordinating projects, publishing digital content, creating digital signage and assisting in the planning and execution of special events.
Participate in various initiatives across the department, such as social media coordination, analyzing data and reporting on campaign outcomes, supporting marketing communications projects, public relations efforts and more.
Connect by conducting informational interviews and job shadows to understand how your work intersects and supports other areas of Xcel Energy.

What they want

Current student, Sophomore or higher
Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Strategic Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, Social Media
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.

Starts: 2026-09-07