Residential Energy Product Strategy Intern- CO

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. You will support the evaluation of Income Qualified (IQ) product opportunities by conducting market research, analyzing program saturation and growth potential, and helping identify trends that inform strategic decision-making. The intern will collaborate with PSAT and cross-functional teams to gather and organize data, develop insights, and support portfolio planning efforts. Additionally, the role will provide delivery coordination support by tracking project milestones, assisting with stakeholder communication, documenting requirements, and helping ensure strategic initiatives progress efficiently from planning through implementation. This position offers hands-on experience at the intersection of market analysis, product strategy, and program delivery while contributing to the advancement of IQ programs and customer-focused solutions You'll work with a team of energy product strategy experts to support overall residential product work in addition to owning delivery and results for 1 to 3 key projects in listed focus area. You also will have the opportunity to learn more about how Xcel Energy offers its residential customers products and services that help align customer's energy needs with environmental targets and other Company objectives. Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: - Conduct market research and analyze customer, program, and industry data to help identify opportunities, saturation trends, and growth potential for Income Qualified (IQ) products. - Support IQ Product Strategy and PSAT teams by gathering, organizing, and summarizing information that informs product planning, portfolio decisions, and strategic recommendations. - Assist with delivery coordination activities, including tracking project milestones, maintaining project documentation, preparing meeting materials, and communicating updates to stakeholders. - Create reports, presentations, and data-driven insights that help connect market findings to product strategy, program implementation, and continuous improvement efforts. 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, Graduate School (as of Fall 2027) - Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in business analytics, project management, business admin, data analytics, energy management. - 1-2 times travel to Minnesota - 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: - Interest in the energy industry and the future of energy. 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 . Non-Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $21.00 to $27.90 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. 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