About the role#
This internship program provides students with hands-on experience in the energy industry. You will work alongside full-time employees to support engineering functions across the business. This role is open to students pursuing degrees for terms including Summer 2027 and Fall 2026. Please note that this position does not offer immigration sponsorship.
What you'll do#
- Provide design and development support for energy delivery projects.
- Assist with electric engineering, gas engineering, and energy operations.
- Participate in tasks related to Low Voltage Distribution Planning and Substation Design.
- Work on projects such as distribution standards, instrumentation, and system engineering.
- Collaborate with team members to complete engineering assignments.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an ABET-accredited bachelor's or master's program in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
- A minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently or within a team.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position located in Michigan.
- You must be within a commutable distance of your assigned headquarters.
- This is a paid internship.
About Consumers Energy
Consumers Energy provides electricity and natural gas to customers throughout Michigan. Founded in 1886, the company maintains its headquarters in Jackson. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. The organization focuses on the safe and reliable delivery of energy services across the state.
How to get in at Consumers Energy
Applying early to Consumers Energy gives you a distinct advantage because recruiters review applications before the volume becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, so you can submit your materials among the first candidates. Getting your application in early ensures your profile is seen before the pile grows. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly to ask about the position or a potential referral. Intern Insider surfaces the specific recruiters for Consumers Energy roles, allowing you to bypass the generic queue and connect with the people actually making hiring decisions. This direct approach often yields better results than waiting for a system to process your application.
