Lucid Motors · 8 hours ago
Intern, HVAC and Thermal Systems, Summer 2026
Newark, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerLucid Motors is a company focused on luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience. They are seeking motivated students for an internship in HVAC and thermal systems, where the intern will contribute to the design and testing of thermal components in electric vehicles.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Includes duties in one or two of the following areas based on the aptitude of the candidate
The work is related to the heating and cooling of batteries, motors, electronics and the passenger cabin of a EV automobile
Design and test components/ systems used for the thermal system in the vehicle Analyze simulation and test data in Python/MATLAB (parameter estimation, DOE, uncertainty checks) and present actionable insights
Develop CAD model to study the packaging impact of thermal components in the vehicle
Work with engineers to develop and conduct tests or analyze data pertaining to the performance of thermal systems
Help with building and testing of prototype systems
Collaborate cross‑functionally
Qualification
Required
Current a student studying towards a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Currently enrolled in Batchelor's or Master's program
Good problem solving and critical thinking skills
Working experience with Simulink, Matlab, or Python (for simulation/model creation and data analysis)
Some experience in the use of CAD tools
Basic understanding of electrical circuits
Good understanding of engineering principles in 2 or more of the following areas: Strength of materials, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer
EV thermal system components & architectures (battery, drive unit, cabin HVAC/heat pump)
Working familiarity with CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent)
General awareness of how automobiles are designed and built
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
Company
Lucid Motors
Lucid Motors is an automotive company that specializes in electric cars.
Founded in 2007
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.23BKey Investors
UberAyar Third Investment CompanyThe Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $975M
2025-07-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-04-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
Leadership Team
Marc Winterhoff
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
Peter Rawlinson
CTO and CEO
Recent News
2025-12-31
2025-12-19
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