2027 Electrical and Mechanical Lab Test and Validation Summer Intern

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. In this position... As a Ford intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers on real vehicle programs, contributing to the development and validation of next-generation electronic modules. You'll build technical skills in environmental testing, data analysis, and hardware/mechanical prototyping while working within a collaborative, dynamic team environment that values curiosity, ownership, and continuous learning.Ford is seeking a motivated Mechanical or Electrical Engineer Intern to join the Sunrise product development team. This intern will support design validation and lab test evaluation activities for electronic modules within the vehicle, including work with test systems, fixtures, components, and proof-of-concept testing. The ideal candidate is a rising Junior or Senior who can think independently, contribute meaningfully from day one, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment.What you'll do...• Perform Environmental Validation testing and measurements on products under development.• Collaborate with Hardware Engineers, PCB Designers, and Mechanical Engineers to ensure testing is executed according to defined test plans, enabling modules to pass internal reliability testing.• Analyze reports and resulting test data using AI and other statistical software or scripting tools.• Work with the Mechanical team using prototypes of designs via 3D printing and/or other rapid prototyping methods to ensure proper environmental test methods and approaches.• Participate in daily lab activities and calibration cycles.• Work with various lab team members to help design, create, assemble, and service Ford custom cable harnesses and assemblies. You'll have...Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.• Experience working with embedded hardware and software designs or prototypes.• Statistical and AI software experience.• Completed coursework, labs, and/or projects involving basic electronic applications. Even better, you may have...• Completed Sophomore year or higher.• Completed coursework or projects involving electrical hardware or software testing and electrical problem-solving skills.• Familiar with electronics cooling.• Familiar with dynamic vibration and mechanical shock testing.• Experience with Python, C#, and other Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word).• Ability to modify/rework cable assemblies and surface mount parts using basic soldering tools (soldering irons, shrink tubing, wire gauges, dielectric stripping, etc.).• Familiar with 3D printing technology.• Demonstrated team player as well as self-motivated.• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, internal, and external teams.• High attention to detail.You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!This position ranges from $3,500-8,300 monthly.Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Click here to find out more about available programs and benefits: https://fordcareers.co/interns Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.