Intern, Vehicle Test and Development, Summer 2026
Location
Newark, CA
Level
Internship
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$73,000 - $89,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-10-14
Responsibilities
- Serve as the point of contact for assigned test vehicles, maintaining configurations and service history.
- Support hardware upfits and software flashing through vehicle communication protocols.
- Review and understand test plans and prepare vehicles for testing.
- Execute vehicle-level test plans in various settings and document results.
- Collect vehicle data and troubleshoot issues, providing feedback to stakeholders.
- Identify and document issues with relevant details and test logs.
- Recommend improvements based on observations during vehicle development activities.
Job Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Strong problem-solving and hands-on abilities.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Self-starter with motivation and a desire to learn.
- Preliminary understanding of vehicle systems.
- Experience with FSAE, Baja, or other DIY activities is a plus.
- Previous automotive industry internship experience is beneficial.
