General Motors · 2 days ago
2026 Summer Intern - Manufacturing Paint Process Engineer
Arlington, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringGeneral Motors is a leading automotive company with a vision for a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. They are seeking a Manufacturing Paint Process Engineer Intern to develop efficiencies in material flow, support new processes, and ensure quality and safety in manufacturing operations.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure that assembly processes are maintained to run effectively for engine manufacturing
Work with other team members on problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives daily
Collaborating with hourly and salaried employees
Problem-solve (analyze data, determine root causes, develop implementation plans) and resolve issues which are affecting assembly, quality or throughput
Actively identify & pursue opportunities to improve operations by reducing cost, reducing energy usage, improve quality, etc
Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel
Resolve issues, implement improvements, and communicate status & opportunities, etc
Proposes and evaluates the processes for equipment in production areas
Provides technical support for manufacturing operations
Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise
Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities
Able to assign work to small or large groups of employees
Qualification
Required
Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Controls Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering/Materials Science and Manufacturing Engineering
Must be graduating between August 2026 and June 2028
Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week
Must be willing to work in a plant environment
Preferred
Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
Emerging partnership and collaboration skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given
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
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
Recent News
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