Intern​/Co-Op-Various Engineering

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance from the assigned location(s) or willing to find accommodations. Housing and living stipned arrangements may be available.

Current college students of all levels will work as part of a larger team to provide hands-on support and design/development for various engineering aspects of our business. This could include work in energy delivery - electric engineering, gas engineering, energy operations, and more - all while helping create a better tomorrow for the communities we serve!

In addition to working alongside full-time employees carrying out the engineering function for Consumers Energy, Engineering Interns/Co-Ops will have the option to participate in a number of additional optional events within the program. This includes intern networking events, company tours, and the consistently top-ranked philanthropic event, the Intern Challenge. There are so many new, exciting opportunities in the world of engineering.

It's a very exciting time for Consumers Energy; come be a part of history - and fun!

This posting does not represent a specific position and is posted for the purpose of collecting resumes for students interested in an Engineering internship opportunity with Consumers Energy. Opportunities could include summer 2027 Internships, fall or spring co-op, part-time year-round co-op, etc.

Due to the nature of this posting, and alignment to the recruitment season, applications will be collected from through the end of October 2026. Responses to your application may be delayed due to the extended application period. The best way to stand out is to connect with us through virtual events or company held networking opportunities and social media.

Actively enrolled and pursuing an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in Engineering, with a specific focus in Various Engineering disciplines. The following MUST betrue to be eligible for an Intern role.

• A current student:
  • currently pursuing Bachelor's in Engineering at ABET school OR
  • currently pursuing a Master's in Engineering at ABET school OR
  • currently pursuing an Engineering-related Master's while having completed a Bachelor's in Engineering at ABET school
• Minimum GPA requirement of 2.7 or higher.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to new assignments and projects
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Attitude and aptitude to learn new skills and concepts
• Ability and willingness to work independently or as part of a team in order to complete tasks
• Prior work and/or internship experience
• Hands-on experience with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

This role may require reporting to an assigned headquarter. Leaders will discuss the work arrangements which best fit the nature of the work along with overall business needs.

The Engineering Internship/Cooperative Assistant Program is geared toward current college students who have a passion for Engineering and an interest in Consumers Energy and the energy industry. The Engineering Internship/Co-Op Program at Consumers Energy has core principles of skill development, ability enhancement, and knowledge application - an experience designed to be complementary to traditional classroom instruction.