Summer Intern – Software Engineer, AV/AI Platform

General Motors

. Develop, test, and deploy production-ready code across vehicle platform software components .

Posted 10/2/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $8,100 - $10,300 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong proficiency in C++ and Python for developing production-ready software, with a solid foundation in algorithms and data structures. Capable of collaborating effectively across teams to integrate software with hardware and systems in safety-critical environments.

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C++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingAlgorithms and Data StructuresEmbedded Linux PlatformsRobotics Frameworks

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentProduction Software TestingSoftware IntegrationEmbedded MCU SoftwareMachine LearningArtificial IntelligenceNetworking FundamentalsSafety-Critical DevelopmentVehicle Software IntegrationContinuous Integration and Deployment

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

YoctoBuildrootROSCamerasLidarRadarIMUs

Industry Keywords

Self-Driving SystemsAutonomous VehiclesEmbedded SystemsDistributed Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsLinuxPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, test, and deploy production-ready code across vehicle platform software components
Quickly ramp up on assigned codebase, product area, and/or system
Complete assigned tasks efficiently with few iterations
Identify problem statements and outline optimal solutions while accounting for tradeoffs and edge cases
Participate in design reviews, code reviews, technical discussions, and continuous integration and deployment practices
Collaborate with hardware, systems, test, and safety teams to ensure seamless software integration
Communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders
Contribute to software powering self-driving systems and autonomous vehicles
Work with platform operating systems, drivers, embedded MCU software, core services, tools, vehicle software integration, and system or ML-workload performance depending on team needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, engineering, or a related STEM field
Must be graduating between December 2027 and August 2029
Must have at least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the internship
Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, during the 12-week summer internship period between May 24–August 13 or June 14–September 3, 2027
Strong foundation in algorithms and data structures
Proficiency in C++, Python, or another object-oriented programming language
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Demonstrated software engineering experience through an internship, work experience, coding competition, student engineering team or competition, research, coursework, or personal project (preferred)
Experience building, testing, and shipping production software, with exposure to safety-critical development (preferred)
Familiarity with embedded build systems such as Yocto or Buildroot, networking fundamentals, and software integration across compute, MCU, and vehicle platforms (preferred)
Understanding of networking fundamentals relevant to embedded or distributed systems (preferred)
Experience with robotics frameworks such as ROS, embedded Linux platforms, or common sensors such as cameras, lidar, radar, or IMUs (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

One-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students to help facilitate relocation benefits
Hybrid work arrangement
GM Total Rewards benefits and well-being support