Lucid Motors · 2 weeks ago
Intern, Battery Algorithms, Summer 2026
Newark, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$50/hr - $70/hr
Start in 2026 SummerLucid Motors is a leader in luxury electric vehicles, dedicated to creating innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. They are seeking an intern for their Battery Algorithms team, where the individual will work on advancing battery management features and developing high-quality battery controls and algorithms.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Work in a dynamic, cross-functional team to advance our cutting-edge battery management features
Contribute to our world-acclaimed battery product for mass-market passenger vehicles and energy products
Collect and review laboratory and fleet data to support the development and quality assessment of high-quality battery controls and algorithms to ensure safety and performance of vehicle battery packs in real time
Develop/improve advanced battery controls and algorithms to enhance vehicle performance and customer experience
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as controls, battery cells, embedded software, system engineering, vehicle integration teams to define requirements and perform integration testing
Support the Battery Software department with additional duties/tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
Strong background in battery control and algorithms
Modeling and battery chemistries
Ability to learn quickly
Strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment
Demonstrate excellence in respective fields
Can-do attitude and approaches work with vigor and determination
Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD at an accredited university
Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS, PhD)
Preferred
Knowledge of battery chemistries such as LFP and NMC
Knowledge of general battery controls and algorithms design
Experience with battery management systems and EV powertrain
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++
Knowledge of electrochemistry and battery modeling
Knowledge of vehicle controls such as motor, onboard charger, and thermal systems
Benefits
Medical benefits: Dental, vision, and medical on day 1 for all interns working full-time.
Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k.
The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.
Company
Lucid Motors
Lucid Motors is an automotive company that specializes in electric cars.
Founded in 2007
1001-5000 employees
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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
CEO and CTO
Recent News
2026-01-20
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