2027 Summer Intern – Motorsports Aerodynamics

Paddock; Concord, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Motorsports is seeking a Summer Intern to contribute to aerodynamic development. You’ll work on CFD workflows, wind-tunnel testing support, and data-driven models, collaborating with experienced engineers to translate high-performance race-car concepts into practical engineering innovations.

The role emphasizes algorithm development, software tools, and data analysis for aerodynamic prediction and testing, with hybrid work arrangements and a focus on expanding motorsports

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in physics, math, aerospace, mechanical, computational science, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CFD workflows across CAD prep, geometry cleanup, meshing, solver runs, post-processing, and automated reporting.
• Create wind-tunnel testing tools and data processing workflows, including planning, instrumentation, and data handling.
• Build and validate machine-learning or surrogate models for aerodynamic performance prediction and flow-field inference.
• Develop AI-enabled tools to improve engineering productivity and decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineers to define requirements, document methods, and communicate results.

Skills

CFD surrogate models

data-driven methods

aerodynamics

mechanical design

CFD

machine learning

Education

Physics

Mathematics

Aerospace engineering

Mechanical engineering

Computational science

Tools

CAD

Geometry processing

Meshing

HPC

Version control

CI/CD

Job description

# 2027 Summer Intern – Motorsports AerodynamicsGeneral MotorsConcord, North Carolina, United StatesPosted 27 Sept 2026## About this roleJob DescriptionThe TeamGM Motorsports is a high-performance engineering organization competing at the highest levels of global motorsport. Our programs span Cadillac Formula 1, Chevrolet NASCAR and INDYCAR, and Cadillac sports-car racing through IMSA and the LMDh program. Across these programs, our engineers develop and apply expertise in aerodynamics, vehicle performance, simulation, wind-tunnel testing, data science, software, tires, propulsion, and vehicle systems.Motorsports is a technology test bed for GM. The methods, tools, and insights developed at the racetrack can accelerate production-vehicle engineering, while GM’s production engineering capabilities help advance race-car performance. As an intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers and technical leaders on projects that connect high-performance racing with real-world engineering innovation.The Role:As a Summer Intern, you will contribute to aerodynamic development within GM Motorsports. Depending on team priorities and your background, your work may involve computational fluid dynamics (CFD), physical testing, automation, data processing, machine learning, or artificial intelligence applications for engineering.What You’ll Do:Example assignments may include:Develop and improve CFD workflows across CAD preparation, geometry cleanup, meshing, solver execution, post-processing, and automated reporting.Develop tools and methods for wind-tunnel aerodynamic testing, including test planning, instrumentation, data acquisition, controls, and data processing.Develop and validate machine-learning or surrogate models that improve aerodynamic performance prediction and flow-field inference.Develop AI-enabled tools that improve engineering productivity, accelerate analysis, and support technical decision-making.Work with engineers and technical leaders to define requirements, evaluate results, document methods, and communicate recommendations.Projects will be defined by team needs and aligned with the candidate’s experience, interests, and development goals.Required Qualifications:Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: physics, mathematics, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computational science, or a closely related field.Must be graduating after September 2027 or beyondAble to work fulltime, 40 hours per week during the summer months- Demonstrated experience developing CFD surrogate models, reduced-order models, or other data-driven methods for performance prediction or flow-field inference. A strong foundation in one or more of the following areas: mechanical design, aerodynamics, CFD, computer vision, three-dimensional generative design, machine learning, or scientific computing.Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills grounded in physical principles.Demonstrated engineering capability through research, coursework, or prior technical projects.Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly to both specialized and cross-functional audiences.Curiosity, initiative, and a commitment to advancing engineering methods and technology.Preferred Qualifications:Strong interest in motorsports and high-performance vehicle development.Experience architecting, training, debugging, or evaluating deep-learning models.Experience using CFD to develop or optimize aerodynamic designs.Experience with scientific programming, software development, version control, CI/CD, or DevOps practices.Experience with CAD, geometry processing, meshing, high-performance computing, or engineering data pipelines.Experience working with experimental data, wind-tunnel testing, vehicle testing, or instrumentation.GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. 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The successful candidate is expected to report to the Charlotte Technical Center in Concord, NC, at least three days per week.For eligible participants, to help facilitate administration of relocation benefits, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.Start dates for this internship role are May 24th & June 14th of 2027.About GMOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.Why Join UsWe believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.Benefits OverviewFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. 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