[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Xcel Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Xcel Energy # Distribution Modeling and Analytics Intern- CO Denver, CO, United States of America Early career $21.20 to $23.20 per hour Data & Analytics Listed on Xcel Energy’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/distribution-modeling-and-analytics-intern-co/job/60A36C307F815BC4E0B4B97EBB4DE5AE) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Xcel Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/) / Distribution Modeling and Analytics Intern- CO ## Job description 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. All with the support, rewards and recognition you need to thrive – during your internship and beyond. Xcel Energy is seeking candidates to support our System Planning Modeling & Analytics Organization, specifically, within our Electric Distribution Modeling & Analytics team in Denver, CO. The paid internship provides an opportunity to showcase your abilities in an engineering team which develops and maintains electrical circuit models used for planning and analysis of the distribution grid and supports utility goals such as electrification, reliability, and grid modernization by improving model accuracy, automation, and data quality. The program provides practical work experience to develop your existing skillset, present to senior leadership, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders. Each intern will be relied upon to play a role in achieving department objectives and goals. The program will allow you to apply what you’ve learned in school and further enhance your knowledge through hands-on training and provide opportunities to network and learn with other interns across the organization. Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: - Participate in validation and analysis of SCADA measurement data. - Contribute to utility planning activities. - Gain an understanding of GIS, EMS, CIS and other critical utility systems. - Power systems modeling, hosting capacity analysis, and time series data analysis. This position is for a May 31, 2027 start date. This position may have the possibility to extend beyond the internship’s initial term based on the candidate’s successful performance and Xcel Energy’s business needs. ### Minimum Requirements - Current student, Junior or higher (as of Fall 2027) - Enrolled in an ABET accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering (plus for power systems engineering program) or Computer Science & Data Analytics - 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. ### Preferred Qualifications - Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering - 3.0 GPA (out of a 4.0 scale) or higher - Experience or Proficiency with python or data analysis tools - Completion of at least one circuits course 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 recruiting@xcelenergy.com. Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.20 to $23.20 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. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. ### Deadline to Apply 10/16/26 EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT Xcel Energy endeavors to make [https://www.xcelenergy.com/](https://www.xcelenergy.com/) accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Denver, CO, United States of America - Pay: $21.20 to $23.20 per hour[Apply on Xcel Energy’s careers site →](https://jobs.xcelenergy.com/distribution-modeling-and-analytics-intern-co/job/60A36C307F815BC4E0B4B97EBB4DE5AE) ## More jobs at Xcel Energy ### [Energy Product Analytics Intern- CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/c96459908f63ce81109d/) Denver, CO, United States of America ### [AI & Automation Intern- CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/2361013b3a1bbf62b447/) Denver, CO, United States of America ### [Administrative Assistant III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/d22bfa7646310a2bf741/) Denver, CO, United States of America ### [Distribution System & Project Development Engineer (Staff, Senior or Principal level)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/d5f0d1dd7e45ab993794/) Denver, CO, United States of America ### [Electric Utility Substation Design Intern- CO](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xcel-energy/jobs/8751e66a3a9486d43bdc/) Denver, CO, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Quantitative Analytics & Model Development Analyst - Data, Modeling & Analytics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/pnc-financial-services/jobs/c86a2d28146a65aa9739/) PNC Financial Services · Pittsburgh, PA ### [Campus – Finance Analytics Intern (Analytics & Modeling Program)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fannie-mae/jobs/1458d5b8f3f4c983e853/) Fannie Mae · Washington, District of Columbia ### [Mgr, Modeling and Analytics](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/quest-diagnostics/jobs/c98aad4738475bf5e242/) Quest Diagnostics · Wood Dale, IL ### [Distribution Modeling & Analysis Engineer-Senior](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/american-electric/jobs/24df028fc5c60f26a143/) American Electric · New Albany, OH ### [Senior Specialist, Internal Audit, Risk Analytics/Modeling](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/charles-schwab/jobs/58debfe764a7cebfbcb1/) Charles Schwab · Westlake, TX OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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