Substation Communication Engineering Intern - MN

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

Learn how Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) are programmed using Distributed Network Protocol (DNP)
Assist with configuring network settings for substation cyber asset
Observe and help investigate network event logs
Gain foundational understanding of the Energy Management System (EMS), system protection concepts, and cybersecurity considerations in electric power operations
Assist with the configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of communication equipment used in utility substations and power system networks.
Support the maintenance and monitoring of telecommunications infrastructure
Utilize engineering software such as Power System Center to configure, analyze, and verify protective relay and communication settings.
Analyze network performance data and generate reports to identify communication issues, improve system reliability, and support engineering projects.
Create and update technical documentation, including network diagrams, equipment records, operating procedures, and project specifications.

What they want

Current student, Freshman or higher
Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering
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