2026 - Supplier Quality Intern

General Motors • Warren, MI

101d • Hybrid

About The Position

This exciting internship opportunity offers a chance to join a dynamic Supplier Quality team that plays a critical role in ensuring both customer satisfaction and supplier excellence. As a Supplier Quality Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience in GM's quality and supplier processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while learning from industry professionals in a fast-paced, automotive environment. We are offering two types of internship positions; Supplier Quality Engineer and Supplier Quality Launch Engineer.

Requirements

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials/Metallurgical Engineering, Quality Engineering/Management
• Must be graduating between August 2026 and June 2028
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
• Able to work in Warren, MI

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of quality systems, manufacturing processes, or engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); exposure to data analysis tools a plus
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Quality Engineering tools
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, GD&T, or materials science concepts
• Prior internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing or automotive industries

Responsibilities

• Assure supplier understanding and compliance with APQP processes and product Pre-Production Approval Process (PPAP) submission and approval requirements per GM standards
• Review and approve supplier quality plans (Control Plans, PFMEA) for new components and assemblies for new vehicles
• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues
• Perform on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions of supplier quality issues
• Implement and monitor supplier part qualification and certification processes (PPAP, Run at Rate)
• Improve quality performance of suppliers by conducting onsite workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a robust quality system, or other technical support as required
• Support GM Flawless Launch objectives and integrate learnings within the Global Vehicle Development Process (GVDP)
• Identify, escalate, and track Launch Risks through Program Launch Alerts to enable rapid response and effective risk mitigation
• Actively support plant launch events and other critical product launch milestones such as Initial Vehicle Evaluation (IVER), Pre-Production Validation (PPV), Manufacturing Validation Builds (MVBs), and Start of Regular Production (SORP)
• Establish and document a clear feedback and resolution loop with suppliers and internal teams to ensure all parts are built to design intent and quality standards
• Prepare and communicate program readiness status through weekly/bi-weekly Global Launch Reports and Build Issue Summaries to leadership and cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups (Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers) to ensure timely issue resolution and continuous improvement in launch quality execution

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree