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. **Gas Operations Improvement Intern** Project Description: + The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Operations, and Finance to enhance the efficiency of the Gas, Distribution, and Transmission business units. The focus will be on analyzing intricate workflows that affect various departments, leveraging data analytics to quantify improvement opportunities, and actively participating in the implementation of organizational changes. The position offers hands-on operational experience and mentorship, enabling the candidate to develop substantial professional acumen and interpersonal skills. + This position is available as a yearlong or summer internship with the potential to extend into the academic year. Candidates are expected to commit to a full-time schedule during the summer months. Should the internship continue into the school year, a part-time schedule will be accommodated. **Minimum Requirements:** + Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in technology, science, business, engineering or related field. + Demonstrated Critical Thinking skills and abilities + Demonstrated ability to communicate complex topics and in a simplified and understandable manner. + General Business Acumen **Preferred Requirements** + General curiosity for continuous improvement and innovation + Ability to leverage analytical capabilities. 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: $22.50 to $30.10 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. Deadline to Apply: 11/14/24 EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF) **ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT** Xcel Energy endeavors to make 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.