2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Autonomous Robot (Bachelors Degree) jobs in United States
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General Motors · 2 weeks ago

2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Autonomous Robot (Bachelors Degree)

General Motors is a leading automotive company focused on innovative solutions for the future. They are seeking a self-motivated intern to prototype AI-driven architectures for autonomous robotic systems, working on system-level validation and algorithm development.

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Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of high-precision localization methods using camera, LiDAR, wheel encoder and inertial sensors
Assist in developing scalable and real-time localization module optimized for autonomous robotic systems
Help to create engineering specifications and test procedures to ensure system compliance
Evaluate and benchmark the performance of systems
Review the state-of-the-art in camera- and LiDAR-based algorithms
Troubleshoot using strong knowledge of probabilistic estimation, sensor fusion, and real-time system implementation

Qualification

C++PythonMachine learningDeep learning frameworksCamera-based localizationLiDAR-based localizationROS2Statistical estimation theoryObject detectionSimulation toolsData pipeline systems

Required

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related technical fields
Proficiency in C++ or Python
Adhere to continuous development and deployment practices in robotic software development

Preferred

Machine learning knowledge and practice experience
Proficiency with deep learning frameworks and toolchains like PyTorch and TensorFlow
Familiarity with repositories like DETR, BEVformer, BEVfusion, SAMv2, Ceres Library/GTSAM, ORB-SLAM, VINS-Mono, and etc
Experience working with cloud-based data collection and data pipeline systems
AV/ADAS integration or industrial automation experience is a bonus
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.

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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