Siting and Land Rights Intern - Minneapolis, MN

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 lookin to hire a Siting and Land Rights intern to assist in various siting and land rights O&M and capital projects activities. 
 
Position Summary
This internship is an incredible opportunity to experience and learn about the real estate and development industry from the ground up at Xcel Energy. This intern role will perform the range of activities associated with the planning, siting and acquisition of permits and land rights for the construction, operation and maintenance of gas, electric and generation facilities for Xcel Energy and its operating and subsidiary companies. The intern will handle ROW document drafting, research and landowner interactions.

Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the preparation of permits and land use applications.

• Support the Siting & Land Rights Department with land rights negotiations and associated title research and easement/lease document preparation.

• Assist with landowner notification of upcoming gas, electric and wind generation construction activities

• Coordinate the purchase and sale of property

• Attend meetings with stakeholders. 

• Perform record keeping tasks

• Travel 25% to various local sites (company car will be provided for local travel)

This position is for a May 24, 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, Sophomore or higher

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Land Use Planning, Real Estate or Surveying, pre-law, or related degree

• Travel 25% to various local sites (company car will be provided for local travel)

• Able to work full-time during the summer (up to 40 hours a week)/ part time during the school year (8-15 hours a week) and commuting to the designated work location in-person, per our hybrid work policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience producing maps and graphics

• Able to commit to the internship for 12 months or longer

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

• Reliable and able to prioritize and work independently

• A valid driver’s license\

• Some overnight travel may be required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required

• GPA of 3.0

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 [email protected].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $18.90 to $22.10 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.

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: 10/15/26

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