General Motors
Job Description
What You’ll Do:
Looking for a position that demonstrates your high level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult? Our culture here at GM cultivates innovative thinking where we like to see things not as they are but as they could be. We also look to put quality and safety at the forefront of everything we do.
As a Quality Engineer Intern at GM would drive problem solving and resolutions based on data driven solutions to suppliers and internal customers. Your work would involve functioning as a technical liaison between production operations, engineering, suppliers, and supplier quality at a GM manufacturing plant.
Responsibilities:
Interact with production and engineering on part measurement results to part print specifications to assure quality and reliability
Ensure effective containment and resolution to identified non-conforming product
Communicate emerging issues for responsible components daily to Quality Systems Manager
Coordinate repair, rework, and containment activities for identified spills
Validate supplier scrap
Work with Supplier Practical Problem Solving (SPPS) process on supplier related issues
Support the PTR Process by running PTR's and evaluating impact on the product / function
Support launch activities of new products
Support the implementation and effective adherence to all elements within GMS
Required Qualifications:
Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Quality Engineering
Must be graduating between August 2027 and June 2029
Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
Must be willing to work in a plant environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient in reading part drawings and interpretation of part measurements
Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given
Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.
Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals. Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.
Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).
Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work.
Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
Work Arrangement:
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned facility on a full-time basis.
Each successful candidate will be offered an onsite role at a specific location. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed.
Job Location:
We have opportunities available in the locations below for this role. Please indicate in your application which of these locations you are interested in.
Bedford, IN
Fairfax, KS
Flint, MI
Grand Rapids, MI
Marion, IN
Saginaw, MI
Wentzville, MO
GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program – to help facilitate administration of relocation benefits, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.
Start dates for this internship role are May 24th and June 14th of 2027.
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
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