Intern/Co-Op-Business (all non-technical majors)
About the role
Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, delivering natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents across all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. The company is committed to providing reliable, clean, and affordable energy 24/7. This Business Internship Program targets current college students pursuing a business or related degree who are eager to learn the inner workings of a large utility firm. The program’s core principles challenge interns to apply academic theories to real‑world projects.
This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) role requiring onsite work on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, with possible assignment to any Consumers Energy Service Center in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Candidates must be within a commutable distance of the assigned location or willing to arrange housing; housing and living stipends may be available.
Responsibilities
- Project management
- Emergency management
- Finance
- Human resources
- Strategy
- Governance and compliance
- Supplier diversity
- Inventory and sourcing analytics
- Issue resolution
- Public affairs
- Accounting
- Other business support tasks as needed
Requirements
- Enrolled and actively pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship (e.g., H‑1B, TN); candidates requiring sponsorship should not apply.
Schedule
- Hybrid schedule with required onsite days: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
- Work may be performed at any Consumers Energy Service Center in the Lower Peninsula.
- Housing and living stipends may be available for those needing to relocate.
Skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Detail‑oriented
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Self‑starter
- Flexible
Benefits
- Support for career development, growth, and stability
- Excellent benefits and compensation packages
- Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives
- Employee Resource Groups: Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance