2026 Summer Intern - Manufacturing Engineering - Body/Paint, Additive, Polymers & Pre Production Operations

Description

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Work Arrangement:  

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to a GM or supplier facility, as designated by the business, on a full-time basis. 

Each successful candidate will be offered an onsite role at a specific location, which may be at various locations throughout the United States depending on business needs. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed. Selected candidates will be notified of their assigned location approximately 90 days prior to start date.

The Team:

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Body/Paint, Additive, Polymers and the Pre Production Operations teams, you will be exposed to various positions and assignments in plant and corporate staff locations throughout the United States sought to cultivate development and to educate. Positions in the two organizations are hands-on and engaging. You will learn problem solving on the fly, to work collaboratively with many members of the team, and be able to flex your creative muscles.

What You’ll Do:  

Our plants are the groundwork for GM and a hotbed of innovation. We champion a spirit of innovation and creativity. Here you will be able to come to the table with fresh and new insights to help develop and implement into the plant. You will work on a variety of projects. This could include working on projects that support the development of manufacturing processes & technologies, equipment/tooling alternatives, sequence, and flow of operations for the effective utilization of personnel, material, machines, and facilities vital to produce parts/vehicles.

Potential projects within Body/Paint, Additive, Polymers could potentially involve one or more of the following in support of new product program launches:

Development of Sequence of operations

Evaluation of Ergonomic / Human factors

Development / validation of man-machine interface

Development of efficient material flow process

Collaborate with suppliers to develop/select materials for the paint shop

Short term travel to suppliers / assembly plants to support / validate tools and systems

Continuous process improvements

Collaborate with other centers to reduce energy and waste globally

The Pre Production Operations team is currently seeking two exciting roles, a Maintenance Group Leader intern and a Continuous improvement process tech intern for Manufacturing. You will be exposed to various assignments in a manufacturing environment. Work involves the repair and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment in an automotive assembly plant type environment. Work is of a technical nature and decisions are made within the limits of general procedures and specifications. You will learn problem solving on the fly, to work collaboratively with many members of the team, and interface with new and exciting technologies.

Examples of Maintenance Group Leader assignments include:

Diagnosis and correction of equipment malfunctions

Preventative Maintenance

Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job or projects

Identifies and takes advantage of learning and continuous improvement opportunities

Assist maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of specialized equipment

Troubleshoots special maintenance and equipment problems

Assist in the coordination of machinery and equipment upgrade/install projects

Working with and directing unionized skilled maintenance trades

Continuous Improvement - Process Tech

Implement and validate all process control plans

Develop quality processes that improve first time quality rates

Review and Implement processes that reduce Risk Priority numbers through PFMEA analysis

Work with production, quality, & maintenance to improve quality metrics

Participate and champion GMS through basket weave process

Support production needs as necessary

Work hand in hand with maintenance to implement Tools and Equipment Bulletins

Ensure department readiness for ISO, GMS BIQ, and PCP audits and calibrations

Assist with planning and prep for GA department TIP meetings

Assist with automation/innovation projects

Job locations can be at Manufacturing Engineering headquarters in Warren, Michigan or in various plant locations throughout the U.S. Plant locations may include:

Warren, MI

Detroit-Hamtramck, MI

Brownstown, MI

Bay City, MI

Flint, MI

Lansing, MI

Orion, MI

Milford, MI

Fort Wayne, IN

Arlington, TX

Bowling Green, KY

Spring Hill, TN

Wentzville, MO

Fairfax, KS

Toledo, OH

Parma, OH

Required Qualifications:    

Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Additive Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Polymers, Welding, Operations, Material & Packaging Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, Welding Engineering, Welding Technology, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management

Must be graduating between December 2026 and June 2028

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

Must be willing to work in a plant environment

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

We’re looking for individuals who bring initiative, adaptability, and a passion for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Leadership & Initiative

Self-motivated with a proactive approach to improving operations

Demonstrated leadership in academics, extracurriculars, or service organizations

High level of integrity, accountability, and trust

Ability to take initiative and thrive in ambiguous situations

Innovative thinking with a customer-centric mindset

Collaboration & Communication

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics

Adaptability to different interpersonal styles and communication methods

Emerging partnership and knowledge-sharing skills in fast-paced environments

Technical & Analytical Skills

Experience with product quality and quality systems

Understanding of quality processes and process discipline

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong project and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Start dates for this internship role are May & June of 2026.

What you’ll get from us (Benefits):

Paid US GM Holidays

GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program

Result-based potential for growth within GM

Intern events to network with company leaders and peers

About GM

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