2026 Summer Intern - GM Defense Mechanical Engineer

Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. 

Role subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Successful candidates must either be a U.S. Person (defined by U.S. law as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization.

Work Arrangement :

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, MI three times per week, at minimum.

The Team:

GM Defense is driving the future of military mobility by using the best-in-class capabilities of General Motors for unmatched innovation, proven performance, and breakthrough life-cycle economics. We deliver reliable, affordable, and innovative products across a full spectrum of capabilities – integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, autonomy, mobility, and security.

The Role:

GM Defense is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic individual looking for an opportunity that will allow them to showcase their talents and have an impact in a strategic growth area. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates problem-solving leadership with limited oversight.

How You'll Make an Impact:

Work with program teams and vehicle performance to assist in vehicle demo builds at Milford

Assist in tracking and resolution of build issues

Assist in readiness tracking

Actively supervise mass status of vehicles during build process

Assist trip captains/LDE with buyoff ride planning/execution

Assist product development in design execution and virtual simulation

Support vehicle performance in vehicle dynamics, ptc/thermal, n&v development activity, etc

Required Qualifications

Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Materials Engineering

Must be graduating between December 2026 and May 2028

Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week​ during the summer months

What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications ):

Participation in Formula SAE, Baja, EcoCar or similar professional organizations

Member of ROTC or other military group

Good communication and teamwork skills

MS Office products for issue tracking and resolution

Start Date:

This position has a planned start date of May or June of 2026.

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