New Model Tech Quality Validation Engineer Intern - Summer 2027 - Smyrna, TN

Nissan • Smyrna, TN

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Nissan is seeking a New Model Tech Quality Validation Engineer Intern for a 12-week summer program at its Field Quality Center in Smyrna, Tennessee. The intern will support validation of new vehicle technologies, including Head Unit, Telematics, Connected Services, and Autonomous Drive systems, helping ensure successful, high-quality launches. The position provides hands-on experience evaluating vehicle technologies, analyzing customer feedback, and working with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve product concerns before they reach customers.

The intern will evaluate vehicle systems, software updates, and new technologies; conduct vehicle testing and drive evaluations; document concerns and investigation results in technical reports; analyze customer feedback and warranty information for quality trends; and present findings and recommendations to engineering and cross-functional stakeholders. The role is onsite and requires the ability to safely operate and evaluate company vehicles.

The program is intended for students entering their junior or senior year who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering field. Nissan describes opportunities for connection through Business Synergy Teams and for professional training and development through seminars, learning platforms, innovation offerings, and leadership training.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Entering junior or senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Interest in vehicle technologies, including Head Unit systems, Telematics, Connected Services, Autonomous Drive technologies, and software validation.
• Ability to safely operate and evaluate company vehicles as part of testing activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including data analysis and presentation development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to summarize technical findings and trends.
• Strong communication skills and ability to clearly present results and recommendations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• GPA of 3.0 or above; an official or unofficial transcript is required during the application process for verification.
• Ability to perform work onsite in Smyrna, Tennessee.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and provide proof of employment eligibility at hire.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred degree field: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate vehicle systems, software updates, and new technologies, including Head Unit, Telematics, and Autonomous Drive features.
• Conduct vehicle testing and drive evaluations to assess performance, functionality, and customer experience.
• Document concerns, investigation results, and recommendations in clear and concise technical reports.
• Analyze customer feedback, warranty data, and verbatim comments to identify trends and potential quality concerns.
• Present findings, recommendations, and validation results to engineering and cross-functional stakeholder groups.

Benefits

• Connection and collaboration opportunities through Business Synergy Teams (ERGs).
• Professional training and development through innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed