About the role
Department Summary
The Digital Products and & Technology team is at the heart of innovation, powering Michigan's future by crafting cutting-edge digital solutions that transform how our customers and communities experience energy. Guided by our Digital First strategy, we harness modern technical practices and agile methodologies to create intuitive, impactful software that drives measurable business value and enhances user experiences. Join a dynamic team where collaboration, creativity, and impact converge!
We partner closely with business teams to uncover digital opportunities, prioritize high-impact outcomes, and deliver trustworthy, user-friendly technology. By embracing our CE Way principles—engaging on solutions, illuminating priorities, and minimizing waste—we build systems that are simple, helpful, and valuable. If you're passionate about innovation, community, and shaping a sustainable energy future, come grow with us at Consumers Energy!
General Summary of Responsibilities
Join our Digital Products and & Technology team and help our subject matter experts tackle real business challenges in the energy industry. As an intern, you'll engage with critical topics, sharpen your analytical, creative, and leadership skills, and contribute to developing innovative applications using agile tools. Your work matters: you will drive operational improvements that save costs for customers, improve performance so we can more effectively deliver heat and light, and develop applications that increase customer satisfaction.
This role is challenging and rewarding, offering hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and core problem-solving skills. You'll explore disruptive trends, support senior leaders, and grow in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Beyond coding, we immerse you in our company culture, connect you with industry professionals, and invite you to events like company tours and our top-rated Intern Challenge. Take the first step toward an exciting career—your journey starts here!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the full software development lifecycle—including prototyping, design, testing, debugging, documentation, and deployment—within an agile environment using Test-Driven Design (TDD) and paired programming approaches.
- Contribute technical expertise to IT projects, focusing on solution design, configuration, testing, and documentation.
- Conduct market research and benchmarking to inform process improvement and strategic planning.
- Develop PowerPoint presentations to communicate complex information effectively.
- Ensure deliverables are accurate, timely, and within budget.
- Translate user requirements into agile-based application development solutions.
- Utilize software tools to analyze, interpret, and present data effectively.
- Report to different leaders depending on project scope, department, and office location.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain and update technical documentation (e.g., ReadMe files)
- Growth mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt
- Business value-focused mindset with an understanding of broader impact
- Awareness of basic architectural concepts and standards
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Understanding of software development principles and best practices in coding
Education/Experience
- Currently Enrolled and actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in the business or engineering field majoring in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or a similar field.
- The minimum GPA of 2.7 or higher.
Preferred Experience
- Proficiency in C# and .NET frameworks (Core, .NET 5)
- Proficiency in front-end languages/frameworks (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Next.js)
- Experience with API management platforms (e.g., Apigee, Azure API Management, Mulesoft)
- Experience with testing tools (e.g., Bruno, Postman, Blazemeter, Jmeter, Certify)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Azure services (e.g., Azure AD, Data Factory, Logic Apps, Functions)
- Familiar with Azure Generative AI services and methods (OpenAI, Cognitive Services, Speech Services, RAG model)
- Familiar with Azure DevOps, CLI, PowerShell, and CI/CD
- Familiar with API security (OAuth, JWT)
- Proficiency in Python and experience with machine learning frameworks