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General Motors · 3 weeks ago

2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Dynamics & Controls - Autonomous Driving (PhD)

positionSan Francisco, California, United States of America
timeInternship
remoteHybrid
seniorityIntern
money$13,100/mo - $13,100/mo
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

General Motors is a leading automotive company focused on innovation and safety. They are seeking a Summer Intern in Software Engineering for their Local Planner Controller team, where the intern will support the development of vehicle dynamics and controls software used in GM's Super Cruise system.

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Responsibilities

Support development for vehicle dynamics and controls software deployed to GMs Super Cruise system
Join technical reviews and apply software engineering best practices
Contribute to Active Safety, Driver Assistance, and Super Cruise
Improve and deliver reliable software through continuous integration, automated testing, and code reviews
Help define, build, and embody GM engineering culture and principles

Qualification

Optimal controlsTrajectory optimizationC++/Python developmentVehicle dynamicsFeedback control theoryNumerical optimizationRoboticsSelf-driving technologyCommunication skills

Required

Graduate student (PhD preferred) in controls, optimization, path planning, or related
Deep understanding of optimal controls and trajectory optimization algorithms
Good grasp of classical and modern feedback control theory and techniques
Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics
Experience with C++/Python development
Strong communication skills
Passion for self-driving technology and its potential impact on the world
Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week

Preferred

A background in robotics, ROS, or the AV/ADAS industry
Experience in numerical optimization algorithms
Experience designing software applications for safety critical systems
Experience building and managing engineering teams
Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship
Graduating between December 2026 and June 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

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General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
dateFounded in 1908
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Detroit, Michigan, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.gm.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.51B
Key Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M

Leadership Team

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Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
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Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
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