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Summer Intern – Research and Development, Nondestructive Evaluation
General Motors. Support research and development of advanced ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation technologies for next-generation manufacturing inspection systems .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in advanced ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation technologies, including nonlinear acoustics and guided wave testing, while effectively analyzing measurement data and developing wave propagation models. Proficient in laboratory experimentation and integration of sensing technologies for manufacturing quality assurance.
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Nonlinear AcousticsWave Propagation ModelingCOMSOLNondestructive TestingGuided Wave Testing
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Hard Skills
AcousticsNondestructive EvaluationData AnalysisExperimental DesignModelingDefect DetectionQuality AssuranceSensor FabricationPhased Array UltrasoundElectromagnetic Techniques
Tools & Technologies
COMSOLInspection PlatformsData Visualization Tools
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing InspectionInline Inspection TechnologiesAutomotive ManufacturingResearch and DevelopmentTechnical Reporting
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support research and development of advanced ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation technologies for next-generation manufacturing inspection systems
- Contribute to in-line inspection technologies for manufacturing quality assurance and process monitoring
- Develop and validate wave propagation models in engineering materials and manufacturing processes
- Support advanced ultrasonic inspection research, including nonlinear acoustics and guided wave testing
- Design and conduct laboratory experiments for nondestructive testing and evaluation
- Analyze nondestructive measurement data and correlate results with process conditions, material quality, and defect characteristics
- Assist in developing in-line and automated inspection technologies
- Integrate sensing technologies with inspection platforms
- Participate in data analysis, visualization, and algorithm development for defect detection, characterization, and process monitoring
- Document research findings through technical reports, presentations, and experimental procedures
- Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and technical specialists on advanced manufacturing and inspection projects
Requirements
What you’ll need- Pursuing a master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field from a leading university
- Must be a current student
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the summer months
- Strong academic and applied background in acoustics, with experience in nonlinear acoustics wave propagation, experiments, and modeling
- Strong modeling skills (COMSOL or similar)
- Preferred: experience with guided waves
- Preferred: phased array ultrasound and beamforming laws
- Preferred: integrating quality systems into inline manufacturing processes
- Preferred: other nondestructive modalities, such as electromagnetic techniques
- Preferred: sensor fabrication
- Preferred: experience in industrial or automotive manufacturing environments
- Preferred: publication record in leading conferences (e.g., ASNT, ASA, QNDE, SPIE, etc.)
- Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) due to export control restrictions
Benefits
Comp & perks- One-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program to help facilitate relocation benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Hands-on experience in advanced NDE technologies, wave propagation modeling, manufacturing inspection, robotic inspection, sensor integration, research execution, technical reporting, and advanced sensing and automation technologies