Internship - Powertrain Calibration Engineering

ROUSH•Livonia, MI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. We are looking for a Powertrain Calibration Intern to join our powertrain calibration and integration team for the Summer of 2026. The Intern will work within a small team of engineers and be challenged to calibrate, test, and integrate gasoline, and diesel powertrain packages on dynamometers and in vehicles. The Intern will also support testing and validation of many powertrain components. This position is a paid internship and is located in Allen Park and Livonia, MI. Candidates must be available for Summer for 2026. Watch this short video to learn more about working at Roush!

Requirements

Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or automotive engineering
Must be available for Summer semester of 2026
Must be able to work a 40+ hour work week M-F
Must have specific hands-on internal combustion engine experience
Strong Excel and MATLAB / Simulink (or similar) experience
Ability to read and interpret various programming languages (C, MATLAB, VBA, etc.)
Must have a minimum sophomore standing
Must have a valid driver’s license
Willingness to travel and/or work overtime upon request

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with engine dynamometer testing
Experience with CAN bus (or similar) protocol and communication
Formula SAE/Baja or other automotive competition experience

Responsibilities

Aiding in dynamometer and vehicle-based calibration and integration for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Supporting vehicle testing including drivability, emissions, and durability
Analyzing, interpreting, and presenting test data
Supporting hot, cold, and high-altitude development testing
Assisting in test bench and control system development
Supporting prototype wiring harness design and manufacturing