Summer Intern – Research and Development, Defense Lab Support

General Motors

. Support research projects by gathering information, conducting analysis, and documenting methods and results .

Posted 10/12/2026internshipWarren • Michigan • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on military systems and defense technologies. Capable of conducting research, technical assessments, and collaborating effectively in a hybrid environment.

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Research Military SystemsTechnical Writing SkillsData AnalysisModeling and SimulationU.S. Citizenship

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Hard Skills

Research MethodologyTechnical AssessmentNumerical MethodsSimulationTestingTechnical VisualizationRequirements DevelopmentVerification and ValidationDefense TechnologyMilitary Operations

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Eligibility for Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Defense ApplicationsVehicle PlatformsEmerging Warfare TrendsDual-Use ApplicationsDefense AcquisitionSystems EngineeringControlled Unclassified InformationIntellectual Property

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support research projects by gathering information, conducting analysis, and documenting methods and results
Research military systems, defense technologies, vehicle platforms, and emerging warfare trends
Assist with technical assessments of current and proposed R&D projects for defense applications
Support modeling, simulation, testing, experimentation, and evaluation activities
Collaborate with research scientists, engineers, program managers, and other technical stakeholders
Prepare technical presentations, research summaries, reports, and project documentation
Participate in technical reviews and communicate research progress, findings, and recommendations
Identify opportunities to apply research outcomes to future GM products, systems, and defense programs
Support university, government, national laboratory, and industry research partnerships
Identify dual-use applications for technologies relevant to civilian and military systems
Follow requirements for classified information, export controls, intellectual property, and controlled unclassified information
Contribute to a collaborative and technically rigorous research environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. Citizenship is required
Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, military science, national security, or a related technical or defense-focused field
Must be a current student
Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the summer months
Demonstrated knowledge of and passion for military systems, defense technology, military operations, or related subjects through coursework, research, projects, military experience, extracurricular activities, or personal study
Strong analytical, problem-solving, research, and technical writing skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with scientists, engineers, military stakeholders, and program managers
Ability to work in a hybrid environment and meet project milestones during the summer internship
Prior research, coursework, project, internship, or military experience involving defense systems, military platforms, high performance ground vehicles, simulation, experimentation, testing, or assessment
Familiarity with vehicle systems, defense acquisition, systems engineering, requirements development, verification and validation, or technology transition
Experience with programming, data analysis, modeling, simulation, numerical methods, or technical visualization
Experience presenting technical work through publications, posters, conference presentations, project reviews, or competitions
Experience with automotive research, testing, or development
Eligibility to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; active clearance is preferred
No GM immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, or J-1 sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

One-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program to help facilitate relocation
Hybrid work arrangement
Total Rewards resources and well-being support at work and at home
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities