2025 Summer Intern – Research and Development – Display Optical Simulation

Job Description

Work Arrangement:  

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

What You’ll Do:   

• Conduct research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas in the Connected Vehicle Experience Research Lab (CVER)
• Document and present results. Depending on the assignment, results could lead to external publications and/or intellectual property
• Execute technical and special assignments related to head-up displays
• Develop and execute specific research plans, including concept generation, development, implementation, and validation
• Collaborate effectively with peers, management, operations groups, and outside organizations

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:     

• Must be a current PhD student or second year masters student in engineering or science
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week 
• Research experience in simulation of ray tracing
• Strong theoretical, experimental and software programming skills
• Ability to work both independently and in teams
• Consistently demonstrate critical thinking and strong teamwork
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent persuasion, active listening, delegation, and leadership skills to work effectively with GM internal and external customers

What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):  

• Programming skills in Python or MATLAB
• Modeling Experience in Zemax, Lumerical
• Research experience in free form optics design and spatial light modulators
• Knowledge of Machine Learning and Deep Learning     
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed
• Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities, or service organizations
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, impactful insights
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, leading deliverables and goals
• Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be inventive
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill sophisticated subjects to a wider audience
• Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a rapidly moving environment
• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust

Start dates for this internship role are May & June of 2025.  

Compensation: 

• The salary range for this role is ($7500-$8600) monthly, dependent upon class status and degree. 

• GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2025 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  

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 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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