Top Internships in Detroit, MI

Paid, onsite summer internship supporting business analytics and supply chain management projects at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Interns will analyze and interpret data, create visualizations, develop insights, support decision-making, present findings, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. The 10–12-week program requires 40 hours per week in Detroit and includes professional development and exposure to Federal Reserve operations.

Supports Talent & Inclusion initiatives through meeting coordination, note-taking, action tracking, event planning, presentations, reporting, research, trend analysis, and cross-functional special projects. The intern helps improve employee experience, inclusion programs, team effectiveness, and organizational processes while interacting with senior leaders and stakeholders.

Supports visual design across packaging, print, web, ads, and other brand assets. Adapts templates, follows brand guidelines, resizes and edits images, maintains organized Figma files and Google Drive folders, and exports production-ready digital and print assets. The intern incorporates feedback, performs QA revisions, gathers visual inspiration, and collaborates with designers while developing foundational skills in a fast-paced creative environment.

Supports Legal Operations by improving matter management data, standardizing records, organizing legal spend information, and enhancing reporting accuracy. Uses AI tools such as Claude to identify inconsistencies and reduce manual data entry. Assists with law firm rate reviews, stakeholder coordination, workflow improvements, process documentation, legal vendor coordination, and data mapping across systems and templates.

Summer internship supporting Bedrock’s Strategic Initiatives Team with real estate development, urban planning, community and stakeholder engagement, conceptual master planning, preliminary underwriting, public-private partnerships, and economic development initiatives. Interns collaborate across teams, contribute to high-impact projects, and gain mentorship while working full-time on site in downtown Detroit.

Legal Contracts Intern supporting attorneys with commercial agreement drafting, review, redlining, legal research, risk analysis, contract resources, process improvements, and business partner training in an in-house corporate environment.

Create social media content for financial services brands, including videos, photos, graphics, and Instagram Stories. Identify industry trends, competitors, and viral content; assist with content scheduling in Vista Social; and compile social media performance reports. The intern will collaborate with the marketing team, adapt content to brand voice, and support revenue-driving engagement across multiple platforms.

Supports public relations and podcast production for the Gundry MD brand. Responsibilities include drafting press releases, podcast ads, show notes, blog posts, social captions, and emails; researching health and wellness trends; scheduling social content; supporting ManyChat automations; creating Canva graphics; compiling monthly media reports; and assisting PR and podcast teams.

Architecture and Design Intern supporting real estate development, redevelopment, capital improvement, and tenant fit-out projects. The role collaborates with internal project teams and external design firms, contributes to design solutions, and gains hands-on experience through mentorship. This is a full-time, fully on-site summer internship in downtown Detroit, running June 1 through August 5, 2027.

Supports transfer pricing consulting engagements by gathering client information, analyzing industry and financial data, benchmarking intercompany transactions, and preparing reports, presentations, technical memos, and functional analyses. Conducts research, interviews clients, proofreads deliverables, and communicates analytical findings and recommendations. The role focuses on helping multinational companies comply with domestic and international tax regulations.

Develop, train, and evaluate machine learning and deep learning algorithms for audio applications. Research audio ML and digital signal processing methods, prototype algorithms for software and hardware platforms, curate datasets, and collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers and engineers. The role includes evaluating audio technologies, presenting findings, and potentially contributing to Bose products, patents, and publications.

Interns gain hands-on experience supporting nonprofit programs and initiatives across departments such as community engagement, fundraising, marketing, social work, human resources, operations, and program evaluation. Responsibilities may include research, reporting, event planning, outreach, communications, project support, and supervised participant services. Interns receive mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to support young women, girls, and families through trauma-informed, empowerment-based practices.

Summer 2027 sales internship providing hands-on experience across the sales process. Interns receive sales and product training, contact clients and prospects, shadow sales representatives, complete individual and group business projects, present recommendations, visit manufacturing facilities, and participate in a sales competition.

Summer 2027 consulting internship supporting operational transformation and process improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include analyzing data, conducting industry research, participating in client interviews, developing client deliverables, presenting recommendations, and contributing to business development, recruitment, DEI, and community initiatives.

Participate in operational transformation and process improvement initiatives for clients. Analyze data, research industries, conduct client interviews, develop deliverables, and present recommendations. Interns also build professional relationships, receive technical development and feedback, and contribute to firm-wide business development, recruiting, DEI, and community-service initiatives.

Supports embedded software development for vehicle drivetrain systems through scripting, test case development, process automation, software component creation, test bench setup, and simulation and vehicle data analysis. The intern participates across the software development lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and testing, while working onsite at least three days per week in Auburn Hills.

Manufacturing intern will gain exposure to department-related manufacturing duties while developing industry knowledge and practical skills. Responsibilities require independent work, analytical thinking, organization, reliability, and attention to detail. Candidates must study mechanical, electrical, industrial, chemical, manufacturing, or welding engineering and be able to use Microsoft Office, Minitab, AutoCAD, and other analytical and planning tools.

Supports audit teams serving Japanese business clients by reviewing financial documents, applying GAAP and GAAS, analyzing financial data, documenting findings, assessing internal controls, identifying risks, and assisting with financial reporting. The intern learns PwC audit methodologies while developing accounting, communication, teamwork, and professional skills.

Supports PwC tax professionals with corporate tax returns, compliance documents, tax data analysis, international and multistate tax projects, tax research, client documentation, and strategy development. The intern serves Japanese and English-speaking entrepreneurial and private businesses while developing tax consulting, data analytics, communication, and commercial awareness skills.

Manufacturing engineering intern supporting equipment layouts, process analysis, PFMEA risk assessment, manufacturing feasibility, cycle-time monitoring, material-flow planning, continuous improvement, line rebalancing, and new-model layout changes. The role involves AutoCAD, processing tools, macro development, supplier and plant visits, and collaboration with manufacturing teams. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and may travel up to 25%.

Evaluates enterprise workplace AI platforms, including capabilities, integrations, security, governance, deployment, pricing, and licensing. Completes vendor training and certifications, maintains platform comparisons, presents findings, supports pre-sales discovery and solution scoping, and assists with manufacturer partnerships and AI portfolio enablement. Collaborates across consulting practices to map platforms to client needs and help accelerate AI solution sales.

Supports capital improvement program risk management by collecting and analyzing risk, schedule, and budget data; creating dashboards, reports, and presentations; participating in risk workshops; conducting stakeholder interviews; documenting findings; and testing PMIS features. The intern will collaborate with technical and non-technical teams and occasionally join field visits to understand infrastructure operations and risk drivers.

Supports accounting and finance activities, including financial system improvement projects, data analysis, archiving, month-end and year-end close, invoicing, accounts receivable, cash receipt application, meetings, and draft reporting. The intern gains practical experience in financial operations while working at least 20 hours per week for a minimum two-month commitment.

Supports wastewater engineering through field and office work, including reviewing drawings, specifications, O&M manuals, and historical facility information. Gathers information, responds to requests, takes meeting notes, develops spreadsheets and departmental tools, assists with standards and project coordination, and works with engineers and operations and maintenance crews to troubleshoot issues and maintain accurate documentation.

Finance interns rotate across FP&A, tax, accounting, commercial finance, internal audit, and investor relations. They gain broad exposure to finance operations, interact with senior leadership, and support complex projects while applying analytical, problem-solving, communication, prioritization, and leadership skills.