2025 Summer Intern - Research and Development: Energy and Propulsion Systems

$69,600 - $103,200/Yr

General Motors - Boise, ID

Full-time - Intern

Boise, ID

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The 2025 Summer Intern position in Research and Development at General Motors focuses on Energy and Propulsion Systems. This hybrid role allows interns to engage in innovative research and development activities aimed at creating advanced technologies for vehicles. Interns will have the opportunity to work collaboratively on projects that may lead to significant advancements in automotive design and technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas.
• Support low volume flex manufacturing line related module design, prototyping & testing including GM Racing applications, PHEV, and Lunar Terrain Vehicle.
• Document and present results, which could lead to external publications and/or intellectual property.
• Execute technical and special assignments.
• 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.

Requirements

• Must be a second year Masters student or currently pursuing PhD.
• Preferred degree in science/engineering subject areas.
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week.
• Strong theoretical and experimental 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior internship experience in automotive, technology, or related fields.