2026 Summer Intern - Fabrication Design at General Motors Pasadena, CA

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Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

General Motors in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Summer Intern for Fabrication Design. This role offers a chance to develop vehicle design skills and support fabrication engineering for both interior and exterior models.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design and must be graduating between December 2026 and May 2028. The internship includes a salary of $5,300, paid holidays, and potential career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be graduating Dec 2026 – May 2028.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Learn various design fabrication techniques.
• Developing b-side and building surface data for show vehicle fabrication.
• Assisting studio personnel in solving engineering and design problems.
• Creating and maintaining assemblies for diverse projects.
• Performing basic assessment of surface quality.

Skills

Knowledge of digital software such as Alias Design

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Familiarity with fabrication processes

Previous experience in fabrication

Education

Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design

Job description

2026 Summer Intern - Fabrication Design at General Motors, Pasadena, CA.

Description

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).

To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.

Work Arrangement

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Pasadena, CA on a full-time basis.

The Role

As an intern in Fabrication Design, you will have the chance to develop your vehicle or product design skills. You will work with engineering practices and contribute to the building of running and nonrunning models. Your role will involve supporting fabrication engineering for both interior and exterior models.

Please note, you must submit a Portfolio to be considered for this position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Learn various design fabrication techniques, including digital surfacing and proof of concept (POC) models.
• Developing b-side and building surface data for show vehicle fabrication.
• Building sections based on collected information.
• Assisting studio personnel in solving engineering and design problems.
• Creating and maintaining assemblies for diverse projects.
• Performing basic assessment of surface quality.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree in Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Design.
• Must be graduating Dec 2026 – May 2028.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge of digital software such as Alias Design or other CAD (Computer Aided Design) systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Analytical skills to solve complex problems.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes, equipment, and materials.
• Previous experience in fabrication is preferred.

Start Dates

Intern: Start Dates for this internship role are May & June of 2026.

Compensation

The salary for this role is 5,300.

GM will provide a one-time lump-sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2026 Student Program.

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

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment.

Accommodations

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [e-mail] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.