GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
Role subject to U.S. export control restrictions. Successful candidates must either be a U.S. Person (defined by U.S. law as a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization.
Work Arrangement :
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Concord, NC on a full-time basis.
The Team:
GM Defense is driving the future of military mobility by using the best-in-class capabilities of General Motors for unmatched innovation, proven performance, and breakthrough life-cycle economics! We deliver reliable, affordable, and innovative products across a full spectrum of capabilities – integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, autonomy, mobility, and security.
What You’ll Do:
GM Defense is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic individual looking for an opportunity that will allow them to showcase their talents and have an impact in a strategic growth area. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates problem-solving leadership with limited oversight. This candidate will be onsite at one of our manufacturing plants working closely with the front of the line teams.
How You’ll Make an Impact:
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Support GMD build shop activities for prototype vehicles, vehicle retrofits, engineering development vehicles, Business Development fleet vehicles, etc.
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Work closely with Salaried Technicians and Fabricators
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Support material and inventory activities related to project vehicles
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Work with Program Engineering Managers and Designers for design, fabrication and delivery of project vehicles and prototypes
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Assist in developing manufacturing processes and procedures
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Assist in developing tooling and equipment requirements
Required Qualifications:
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Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
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Must be graduating between December 2026 and June 2028
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Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
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Must be willing to work in a plant environment
What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred qualifications):
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Participation in Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers (IISE), or similar professional organization
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Experience with MS Office, Vis Mockup, engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area
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Prior manufacturing or automotive experience
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Exercises independent judgement and creative solution development with minimal direction from EGM
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Demonstrated ability of “dealing with ambiguity” to enable timely decision making
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Strong interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally
Start dates for this internship role are May & June of 2026.
What you’ll get from us (Benefits):
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Paid US GM Holidays
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GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program
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Result-based potential for growth within GM
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Intern events to network with company leaders and peers
