2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Autonomous Driving (Bachelor's Degree)
General Motors is a leading automotive company focused on innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a 2026 Summer Intern for the role of Software Engineer in Autonomous Driving, where the intern will contribute to the design, development, and validation of software for self-driving systems, collaborating with experienced engineers across various teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy production-ready code across components of vehicle platform software
- Quickly ramp up on assigned codebase, product area, and/or system
- Complete assigned tasks efficiently with few iterations
- Identify problem statements, outline optimal solutions, account for tradeoffs and edge cases
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design resign
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, test, and safety to ensure seamless software integration
- Communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders
Skills
- Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program and in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
- Experience with modern object-oriented programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python) preferably in a production or applied project environment
- Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
- Previous experience with software development through internships, class projects, personal projects, or coding competitions
- Experience developing and testing software through internships, coursework, or personal projects
- Familiarity with Linux/POSIX environments and exposure to embedded systems or robotics projects
- Understanding of networking fundamentals relevant to embedded or distributed systems
- Experience with robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS), embedded Linux platforms, or common sensors (e.g., cameras, lidar, radar, IMUs) is a plus
- Interest or coursework related to safety-critical or high-reliability systems (automotive, aerospace, medical) is beneficial
- Passion for self-driving technology and its potential impact on the world
- Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship
- Graduating between December 2026 and August 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
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