Description
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.)
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report in office three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
Start dates for this internship role are May 18 & June 15 of 2026.
The Team:
General Motors is seeking innovative and driven R&D Interns to join our Connected Vehicle Experience Research Lab, where we’re advancing smart manufacturing through cutting-edge technologies. This internship focuses on developing collaborative robotic behaviors within the general assembly line, emphasizing human-robot interaction. Interns will lead and execute research projects that generate new knowledge and sophisticated solutions to enhance our manufacturing processes. With a strong foundation in AI and Industry 5.0, and a culture that champions creativity through our “Innovate Now” mindset, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to technologies that may soon be shaping the future of manufacturing.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and implement connected autonomous mobile robotic (AMR) systems within empirical prototyping environments, with a strong emphasis on translating research concepts into functional robotic prototypes at GM research facilities.
- Conduct rigorous evaluation and analysis of developed systems, protocols, and application services through both extensive simulations and hands-on experimental testing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including industry researchers and academic partners, on advanced topics related to wireless-connected mobile robotic applications.
- Establish and maintain strong peer relationships within GM’s internal wireless communication and robotics technical community.
- Communicate research progress and results effectively through written reports and oral presentations.
- Document individual and team research outcomes for internal use and potential external publication.
- Source and manage experimental materials, equipment, and processes for prototype development and evaluation.
- Provide technical guidance to team members involved in scientific and engineering research initiatives.
- Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all corporate training and safety requirements.
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. citizenship required to comply with federal government contract provision expressly restricting role to U.S. citizens.
- Master’s degree required; Ph.D. degree and a strong publication record on these topics are preferable.
- Background in mobile networks and wireless communications, particularly on cloud/edge computing.
- Experience in commonly used robotic simulation platforms (Nvidia IsaacSim/IsaacLab) or other traditional simulators like MATLAB.
- Development skills such as C++, Java and/or Python as well as understanding of multithreading programming and real time system development.
- Skills in deep learning software development environments, e.g., PyTorch or Tensorflow
- Preferred to have background in robotics
- Good teamwork skills and willingness to coordinate the work among several research and engineering colleagues.
- Excellent communication skills.
