2026 Summer Intern Research and Development Power Electronics & Energy Conversion Systems

Job Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g. H1-B OPT STEM OPT CPT TN J-1 etc.)

To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected please apply using the permanent address you would move from.

Hybrid : This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report in office three times per week at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.

Start dates for this internship role are May 18 & June 15 of 2026.

The Team :

At GM we craft products people crave and experiences they never forget. It all starts with research and development. We are looking for R&D Interns to craft design and develop groundbreaking designs and this internship you will plan and execute collaborative research to generate new knowledge and sophisticated technologies for our vehicles. Our culture of Innovate and Embrace Change gives you the opportunity to be creative and implement designs that could possibly end up in GM future vehicles!

The Role :

I n the Power Electronics and Energy Conversion Systems team you will have the opportunity to contribute to the research innovation and development of future electrification and propulsion technologies. Some of our key research areas include : next gen power semiconductors & applications vehicle inverter / motor system optimization multifunctional / multiplexed power electronics low voltage vehicle system cost reduction on-board chargers auxiliary power DCDC converters EMI measurement and mitigation. We generate new ideas design proof of concepts conduct simulations build test and develop power electronics for tomorrows vehicles. Join our world-class research team today if you want to make a positive impact to the lives of millions of people.

What Youll Do :

• Conduct research and / or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas
• Document and present results. Depending on the assignment results could lead to external publications and / or intellectual property
• Assist lab management in identifying mega trends in technology and business strategies in the automotive sector
• Develop and execute specific research plans including concept generation development implementation and validation
• Collaborate effectively with peers management operations groups and outside organizations

Required Qualifications :

What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications) :

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

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Benefits Overview

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Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 800 - 7580