2026 Summer Intern - GM Defense Mechanical Engineer

General Motors • Milford, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern