2027 Product Design Office (PDO) – CAD Design Engineer Internship
About The Position
The Digital Modeling Intern will support the Design Studio and Digital Modeling team in the development of exterior and interior vehicle models, show car concepts, and related design studies. This role is intended for a student or early-career candidate who is interested in automotive design, digital modeling, surface development, and the connection between creative design intent and technical execution. The intern will work with experienced Digital Modelers, Designers, Engineers, and Fabrication partners to help develop, review, and refine digital model data. Assignments may include supporting scan data reviews, surface updates, package studies, basic structural layouts, presentation materials, and coordination activities related to show car or advanced design projects. This position provides exposure to the full design development process, including how digital models are created, evaluated, adjusted, and prepared to support design reviews, fabrication needs, and program timing.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, Digital Modeling, Automotive Design, Engineering, or a related field
- Basic understanding of 3D modeling, surface development, or digital design tools
- Exposure to tools such as Alias, CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE, NX, Blender, Autodesk tools, or similar software
- Experience interpreting sketches, design direction, package information, reference data, or similar materials through coursework, projects, internships, or other relevant activities.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the internship
- Willingness to relocate for internship
- Completion of freshman year or higher at an accredited college or university by Spring 2027
- Candidates must submit a current portfolio, saved as a PDF, representing work from freshman year to the present
Nice To Haves
- Interest in automotive design, digital modeling, show car development, and vehicle surface execution
- Strong communication, organization, and follow-up skills
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and collaborate in a team environment
- Ability to manage assigned tasks and adapt as project needs evolve
- Familiarity with automotive design terminology and studio workflows
- Basic understanding of vehicle proportions, surfaces, sections, and package constraints
- Experience with digital modeling, visualization, CAD, or 3D design coursework
- Interest in how design intent transitions from digital data to physical models or show car builds
- Comfortable participating in reviews and receiving feedback from multiple disciplines
- Detail-oriented mindset with a strong interest in design quality and technical accuracy
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
Responsibilities
- Support Digital Modeling team members with basic surface, package, and model development activities.
- Assist with reviewing scan data, design surfaces, and package information to help identify areas needing update or refinement.
- Help prepare digital model data for design reviews, team discussions, and fabrication handoff.
- Support development of exterior and interior design studies under the guidance of senior team members.
- Assist with basic section studies, shut-line reviews, and functional packaging investigations.
- Participate in cross-functional discussions with Design, Engineering, and Fabrication teams.
- Help document open items, design changes, model updates, and follow-up actions.
- Learn how digital modeling supports design intent, show car development, and physical build feasibility.
- Support project timelines by completing assigned tasks and communicating status clearly.
- Contribute ideas and observations while learning from experienced team members
Benefits
- Exposure to cutting-edge projects and technologies
- Collaborative work environment
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Networking opportunities with peers and leaders
- Skill development workshops and training sessions
- Paid US holidays
- Stellantis Employee Advantage Vehicle Discount Program
- Eligible interns may be able to participate in the Company Vehicle Employee Lease Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
