IT Architect Intern- CO, 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. Join the Meta Architecture team and help shape the tools, processes, and technology solutions that enable and advance the architecture practice across the enterprise. Collaborate with stakeholders and architects from diverse domains to drive continuous improvement, leverage AI-powered technologies to accelerate innovation, and contribute to projects that match your interests. Be part of a highly collaborative team with a strong culture of mentorship, learning, and shared success. Typical intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to:     • Collaborate with IT/OT architects and business stakeholders to research, design, and implement architecture solutions that support enterprise objectives and deliver measurable business value. Work on strategic and innovative projects aligned with your interests and professional development goals.     • Contribute to AI/ML and agentic AI initiatives, including the exploration, development, and adoption of intelligent solutions that enhance productivity, automation, and decision-making.     • Participate in architecture, project, and team meetings, contributing ideas and insights within a collaborative, high-performing, and dynamic team environment.     • Conduct research, analysis, and solution evaluation to support architects in solving business and technology challenges across the enterprise.     • Assist in the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of IT/OT architecture standards, principles, frameworks, and best practices.     • Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and problem-solving assistance for architecture-related initiatives and projects as needed. 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.

Current student, Sophomore or higher (as of Fall 2027) Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Data Science, Math, any related technical major 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.

Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices Any technical certification Exposure to cloud platforms, AI/ML technologies, or software development practices. Interest in IT/OT architecture, emerging technologies, AI/ML, and digital transformation initiatives. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment. Foundational understanding of enterprise architecture concepts, including areas such as software, hardware, networking, integration, data management, cloud and on-premises hosting models, and technology platforms. Analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical and business challenges. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies, tools, and methodologies. As a leading combination