Occupational Health & Safety Intern- CO

About the role

The Occupational Health and Safety intern will perform meaningful work in support of Xcel Energy, Corporate Safety. The selected individual will take an active role supporting the Corporate Safety Programs, written program revision and development, risk assessments, exposure monitoring, reporting/corrective action plans and other Occupational Health and Safety programs as opportunities occur. The selected individual may use exposure measurement devices, identify employee/contractor exposures, assist in implementation of control measures (i.e., PPE, engineering controls...) and conduct Safety & Health related training. The Health and Safety Intern will assist on enterprise project specific written programs, internal process, reporting, management software applications, and other related opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or support routine workplace inspections to identify unsafe conditions or behaviors
• Document hazards and help track corrective actions
• Assist in creating safety materials such as presentations, posters, or training guides
• Support rollout of safety initiatives (e.g., Near Miss reporting, Safety Always campaigns)
• Communicate safety messages to employees through meetings, emails, or events
• Support with AI initiatives and development applications

Requirements

• Current student, Freshman or higher (as of Fall 2027)
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in supply chain, advertising, marketing, safety and health, management, human resources, training, labor relations, public relations, government relations, business administration, legal and regulatory compliance and similar
• 1% travel is required for this role
• 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

Pay

$19.00 to $21.00 per hour

Benefits

• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holidays

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.