General Motors · 4 weeks ago
2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Autonomous Driving (Master's Degree)
Mountain View, California, United States of America
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$7,300/mo - $9,200/mo
Start in 2026 SummerGeneral Motors is a leading automotive company focused on innovation and safety. The Autonomous Driving Software Engineer Intern will contribute to the design, development, and validation of software for self-driving systems, collaborating with experienced engineers to build scalable software solutions.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop, test, and deploy production-ready code across components of vehicle platform software
Quickly ramp up on assigned codebase, product area, and/or system
Complete assigned tasks efficiently with few iterations
Identify problem statements, outline optimal solutions, account for tradeoffs and edge cases
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design resign
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, test, and safety to ensure seamless software integration
Communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program and in the process of obtaining a Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science or a related field
Experience with modern object-oriented programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python) preferably in a production or applied project environment
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
Preferred
Previous experience with software development through internships, class projects, personal projects, or coding competitions
Experience developing and testing software through internships, coursework, or personal projects
Familiarity with Linux/POSIX environments and exposure to embedded systems or robotics projects
Understanding of networking fundamentals relevant to embedded or distributed systems
Experience with robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS), embedded Linux platforms, or common sensors (e.g., cameras, lidar, radar, IMUs) is a plus
Interest or coursework related to safety-critical or high-reliability systems (automotive, aerospace, medical) is beneficial
Passion for self-driving technology and its potential impact on the world
Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship
Graduating between December 2026 and August 2027
Benefits
Paid US GM Holidays
GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program
Result-based potential for growth within GM
Intern events to network with company leaders and peers
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
Founded in 1908
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
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