Intern/Co-Op-IT & Security

Consumers Energy • Adrian, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, serving 6.8 million residents across 68 Lower Peninsula counties. The IT Internship Program is designed for current college students passionate about IT and interested in the energy industry. It focuses on skill development, ability enhancement, and knowledge application, complementing traditional classroom learning. Interns will support and develop information technology across the business, potentially including application/software development, networking infrastructure, and governance/compliance analysis. The program offers opportunities for networking, company tours, and an Intern Competition. The Security Internship Program is for students interested in Cyber Security, Security Engineering, and GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) within the energy sector. This posting is for collecting resumes for potential summer 2027 internships or part-time year-round internships. Applications are collected from September through November 15th, and responses may be delayed. The company values Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone feels included and empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Various Employee Resource Groups support the company culture.

Requirements

• Must be a current student actively enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or other related fields.
• Minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher.
• Hands-on experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Knowledge of MS Outlook is ideal.
• Understanding of computing devices.
• Familiarity with LAN/WAN.
• Knowledge of Operating Systems.
• Understanding of Project Management (methodologies, principles, etc.).
• Familiarity with Business Applications Analysis Design.
• Experience with Application Development.
• Experience with SAP.
• Experience with Data Analytics.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience or internship is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support and development for information technology across the business.
• Assist with application/software development.
• Support networking infrastructure.
• Conduct governance and compliance analysis.
• Help co-workers effectively and efficiently utilize information technology resources.
• Carry out the IT strategy for Consumers Energy.
• Participate in intern networking events, company tours, and the Intern Competition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern