2026 Co-Op - Manufacturing Industrial Engineer

General Motors • Full-time • United States • 3w ago

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.

Work Arrangement:

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to an assigned facility on a full-time basis.

Each successful candidate will be offered an onsite role at a specific location. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed.

The Role:

At General Motors we strive for a culture of excellence. We act with integrity. We are driven by ingenuity and innovation. We have the courage to do and say what's difficult. Each of us takes accountability for results, drives for continued efficiencies, and has the tenacity to win.

We are seeking Industrial Engineer Co-ops to do hands-on work that would have the opportunity to add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You would be responsible for the analyzing efficiency of manufacturing operations and changes related to personnel, material, machines and facilities. Work involves leadership ability, critical thinking and communication skill as well as exercises independent determinations with mentorship from supervisors. 

What You’ll Do:

Confirms or recommends changes to layouts, labor control and/or material control

Frequent contact with others outside the work group

Assists in developing accurate methods and optimum operation layout

Makes operation descriptions and performs the vital calculations to complete studies and change routines or other systems of labor and material control

Job Location  

We have opportunities available in the locations below for this role. Please indicate in your application which of these locations you are interested in. 

Tonawanda, NY
Lansing, MI

Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to: 

Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.

Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals. Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.

Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).

Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work.

Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.

Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment.

Required Qualifications:   

Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: 
Industrial Engineering

Must be graduating between August 2026 and May 2029

Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week

Willing to work in a plant environment

Enrolled in a co-op program at your university

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

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience

Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust

Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric

Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given time

Compensation:  

The salary for this role is $5300, dependent upon degree.

GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2026 Student Program.

What you’ll get from us (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

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