Talent Strategy Intern

Internship Opportunity At Xcel Energy

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.

Project Description : Xcel Energy is seeking an intern to support our Talent Acquisition (TA) and Talent Management (TM) team. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in recruitment operations, onboarding, and employee development programs. As an intern on Xcel's Human Resources + Employee Services team, you will contribute to key talent initiatives, support program execution, and collaborate with internal stakeholders across the organization. The program provides practical exposure to TA and TM processes, systems, and continuous improvement efforts, allowing you to apply academic knowledge in a dynamic corporate environment.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to :

• Coordinate interviews, assessments, and offer processes
• Assist with candidate onboarding tasks such as I-9 verification, relocation support, IT coordination, and New Hire Orientation scheduling
• Manage recruiting documentation, respond to legal and compliance inquiries, and audit requisitions
• Partner with TA team members to deliver white-glove candidate experiences and communications
• Support documentation and training efforts related to TA processes and best practices
• Contribute to the planning and execution of TA and TM events and programs. This includes employee and leadership development offerings
• Support the management of TM articles, job aids, and other resources through internal platforms

This position is for a June 1st, 2026 start. The internship may be extended beyond the initial term based on performance and business needs.

Minimum Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

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.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is : $17.80 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 / 25