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2025 Motorsports Vehicle Dynamics Intern

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General Motors

2025 Motorsports Vehicle Dynamics Intern

Concord, NC

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 Concord three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].

What You'll Do:

We are seeking interns for the Motorsports Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Team to do complex analytical work that would positively contribute to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You would have the opportunity to gain experience in supporting the simulation team in the development of state-of-the-art tools for vehicle simulation and performance analysis.

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Required Qualifications:

  • Pursuit of a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in one of the following areas: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Must be graduating between December 2025 and December 2026
  • Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
  • Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, tire modeling and/or suspension kinematics
  • Project level experience implementing vehicle simulation models or vehicle level controllers.
  • Knowledge of numerical optimization methods
  • Ability to program at an intermediate level in Python, C++, or MATLAB
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team, as well as work independently.
  • Strong organization skills, forward thinking mentality, and a superb attention to detail
  • Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment, with exceptional work ethic and integrity

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

  • Previous motorsports experience
  • Ability to program in C++.
  • Previous experience or research work on Model Predictive Controllers (MPC), optimal control problems, Multibody dynamics
  • Prior Dymola/Modelica or CasADi experience through coursework or projects

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

Compensation:

  • The salary range for this role is $4000-$6800 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

Additional Description

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Diversity Information

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Client-provided location(s): Concord, NC, USA
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202422527
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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