Slate Auto · 17 hours ago
Intern, Interiors Engineering
Troy, Michigan
Internship
Onsite
InternSlate Auto is dedicated to building safe and reliable vehicles while promoting reindustrialization in the USA. They are seeking a curious, hands-on Intern in Interiors Engineering to gain practical experience in vehicle craftsmanship and collaborate with cross-functional teams on interior design requirements.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing
Responsibilities
Research and respectfully collaborate with cross-functional teams to create Polarion requirements for the Interior Cabin related to craftsmanship
Ensure the Polarion requirements are added to the DVP&R at the system, sub-system, component, and material levels
Assist in management of the “Meisterbock”. The Meisterbock will be regularly used as the master fixture in support of pre-gran approvals and fit and finish requirements. It will be held at Slate’s Troy office and then transferred to the Warsaw Production facility
Gain firsthand practical experience in vehicle craftsmanship and Customer Perceived Quality through J.D. Power evaluations
Create a report and present “Fit and Finish as it relates to the Consumer Perception of Craftsmanship Value.”
Qualification
Required
Pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field
Must be graduating between August 2026 and May 2029
Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week)
Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Demonstrated interest in automotive Interiors engineering, including fit, finish, and craftsmanship
Demonstrated hands-on mechanical abilities, preferably in the automotive industry
Highly adaptable and proactive
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in both laboratory and vehicle/plant environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Must have the ability to travel (up to 10%)
Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
Company
Slate Auto
Slate Auto is an electric motor vehicle manufacturing company.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$111.03M2024-12-01Series B
2023-06-22Series A· $111.03M
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