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Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report in office three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
Start dates for this internship role are May 18 & June 15 of 2026.
The Team:
At GM, we craft products people crave and experiences they never forget. It all starts with research and development. We are looking for R&D Interns to craft, design, and develop groundbreaking designs and concepts. In this internship, you will plan and execute collaborative research to generate new knowledge and sophisticated technologies for our vehicles. Our culture of "Innovate and Embrace Change" gives you the opportunity to be creative and implement designs that could possibly end up in GM future vehicles!
The Role:
In the Power Electronics and Energy Conversion Systems team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the research, innovation, and development of future electrification and propulsion technologies. Some of our key research areas include: next gen power semiconductors & applications, vehicle inverter/motor system optimization, multifunctional/multiplexed power electronics, low voltage vehicle system cost reduction, on-board chargers, auxiliary power DCDC converters, EMI measurement and mitigation. We generate new ideas, design proof of concepts, conduct simulations, build, test and develop power electronics for tomorrow’s vehicles. Join our world-class research team today if you want to make a positive impact to the lives of millions of people.
What You'll Do :
- Conduct research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas
- Document and present results. Depending on the assignment, results could lead to external publications and/or intellectual property
- Assist lab management in identifying mega trends in technology and business strategies in the automotive sector
- Develop and execute specific research plans, including concept generation, development, implementation, and validation
- Collaborate effectively with peers, management, operations groups, and outside organizations
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. citizenship required to comply with federal government contract provision expressly restricting role to U.S. citizens.
- Must be a second year Master’s student or currently pursuing PhD
- Preferred degree in Electric Engineering or related science/engineering subject areas
- Strong theoretical, experimental and analytical skills
- Previous research work experience in development of design methodology and technology transfer
- Ability to work both independently and in teams
- Consistently demonstrate critical thinking and strong teamwork
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent persuasion, active listening, delegation, and leadership skills to work effectively with GM internal and external customers
What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications):
- Prior internship experience in automotive, technology, or manufacturing
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization, as needed
- Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities or service organizations
- Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be inventive
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill sophisticated subjects to a wider audience
- Ability to quickly learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a rapidly moving environment
- High level ability to deal with ambiguity
- Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
