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Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills, talents and education 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 professional position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. Xcel Energy has become a leader in the energy industry by demonstrating excellence in environmental performance. Our environmental commitment includes improving air quality, conserving resources, harnessing renewable energy, and protecting wildlife and habitats. Xcel Energy's vitality comes from our people. It takes professionals in engineering, customer service, linemen, marketing and sales professionals, energy traders, mechanics, finance and accounting professionals and many others to power our company. Position Summary   Compile and develop customer electric load data and sample statistics into meaningful reports for various internal and external clients. Ensure that standard statistical reports are complete each month for all assigned electric load samples. Assist Quantitative Analysts and Senior Analysts by designing spreadsheets, databases, procuring customer data, and producing necessary analytical reports. Candidate will also learn electric industry specific software such as Lodestar.   Please include a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) with the submitted application/resume.  Minimum Requirements    Current student: Sophomore status by the end of the Spring semester. Please, no recent graduates.  Pursuing a technical major such as economics, statistics, math, business or computer science. Must possess basic computer skills, preferably with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word and Excel). Good organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.  Current GPA of 3.0 or higher  Preferred MS Access experience Prior experience or interest with learning and using SAS data management and statistical software Preference given to candidates who are able to work 40 hours during the summer and 20 hours during the academic year at our downtown Denver location.

This new program encourages young minority women to pursue an education and later a career in the geosciences. It provides financial aid and matches the student with a mentor in the same field who will offer guidance and support. This exchange will enhance the student’s experience and provide a view of the world ahead. General Information Award Amount: One or more awards totaling $6,000 will be given each summer for use during the next academic year (awards include AWG membership) Application Deadline: June 30th each year Application Criteria and Procedures The applicant must be:   A woman who is African-American, Hispanic, or Native American A full-time student who is pursuing an undergraduate degree in the geosciences (geology, geophysics, geochemistry, hydrology, meteorology, physical oceanography, planetary geology, or earth science education) at an accredited college or university (high school students who will enter one of these fields during their freshman year may also apply)  A contributor to the larger world community through her academic and personal strengths Application procedures:   Download an application, which can be found on the AWG Awards and Scholarship webpage (MS Word .doc) The application calls for a statement of academic and career goals, two letters of recommendation, high school and college transcripts, and SAT or ACT scores Other Information   Winners may reapply for continuing support Questions? Please contact Christina Tapia (minorityscholar@awg.org) Applications should be sent to the following address: Association for Women Geoscientists Attn. Minority Scholarship 12000 N. Washington St., Suite 285 Thorton, Colorado 80241 Scholarships are funded by the AWG Foundation with generous support from ExxonMobil and individual donors