2025 Summer Intern - Software Engineer, GM Commercial Software

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 (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.    

Work Arrangement:   

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Mountain View Tech Center three times per week, at minimum.  

The Team: 

Software-defined vehicles are revolutionizing the automotive industry, driven by technological advancements and the growing demand for intelligent, safer, and more environmentally sustainable transportation solutions. At the heart of this transformation is software—the driving force behind communication, security enhancements, real-time updates, data processing, and a seamless user experience. These innovations extend beyond consumer benefits, offering significant advantages for business owners.

The adoption of advanced software solutions serves as a catalyst for increased efficiency, cost reduction, enhanced safety, improved decision-making, and higher employee satisfaction. This enables businesses to achieve their goals and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Additionally, our solutions are designed to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles, contributing to the decarbonization of the transportation sector.

At General Motors, we are on an ambitious journey to lead the development of next-generation software solutions for commercial fleet owners and drivers, from small and medium-sized businesses to large enterprises. As a leading OEM, our vast fleet of GM vehicles operates globally, giving us a unique advantage in controlling both in-vehicle and cloud software. This allows us to deliver seamless solutions in fleet management, energy optimization, transportation logistics, safety systems, and more.

What You’ll Do:   

We are seeking highly motivated and passionate engineering students to join our team as Software Engineering Interns. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge software solutions that enhance the intelligence, safety, and sustainability of our vehicles, ultimately helping business owners achieve their objectives in a rapidly evolving market.

Key Responsibilities Could Include:

• Backend Development: Develop robust and scalable backend systems, craft business logic, and expose data through APIs. Collaborate with frontend teams to ensure seamless integration and deliver optimal user experiences.

• Mobile and Web Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance mobile and web applications. Drive product innovation by architecting, implementing, and testing robust solutions.

• Android In-Vehicle Development: Create cutting-edge digital experiences using General Motors' vehicle hardware, pioneering the future of in-vehicle technology.

• AI Development: Leverage AI to create groundbreaking user experiences. Research, develop, and deploy AI solutions that drive business value and delight customers.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.

• Must be graduating between December 2025 and December 2027.

• Completing at least the second year of undergraduate studies in the above fields.

• At least one prior internship experience in a related field.

• Must return to school to continue education after the internship or have the internship as the final requirement for graduation.

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

• Strong object-oriented design skills and in-depth knowledge of data structures and algorithms.

• Proficiency in one or more of the following: Java, Kotlin, C/C++, PHP, Python, Ruby, Unix, MySQL, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5.

• Experience with distributed systems implementation

• Experience with web frameworks such as ReactJS, NodeJS

• Expertise in client-server protocol and API design.

• Ability to translate multi-functional requirements into practical engineering tasks.

• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

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

Compensation: 

• The salary range for this role is $7,200-$8,900 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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