2027 Summer Intern – Research and Development - Nondestructive Evaluation

General Motors Corporation; Warren (MI); Ibrido; USD 17.000 - 28.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

General Motors Corporation in Warren, MI, is seeking a 2027 Summer Intern for Research and Development in Nondestructive Evaluation. You will join a multidisciplinary team to explore advanced ultrasonic NDE technologies and contribute to in-line manufacturing inspection systems.

The role emphasizes wave propagation modeling, nonlinear acoustics, guided waves, and data analytics, with hands-on lab work, experiments, and collaboration across materials, robotics, sensing, and computational modeling.

Competenze

• Pursuing a master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Current student; able to work full-time during the summer.
• Strong background in acoustics with experience in nonlinear acoustics, wave propagation, experiments, and modeling.
• Proficient with modeling tools such as COMSOL or similar.

Mansioni

• Develop and validate models of wave propagation in engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
• Support research involving advanced ultrasonic inspection methods including nonlinear acoustics and guided waves.
• Design and conduct laboratory experiments for nondestructive testing and evaluation.
• Analyze nondestructive measurement data and correlate results with process conditions and material quality.
• Assist in developing in-line and automated inspection technologies for manufacturing environments.
• Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and technical specialists on advanced manufacturing projects.

Conoscenze

Acoustics

Wave propagation modeling

Nonlinear acoustics

Lab experiments

Data analysis

Formazione

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics

Strumenti

COMSOL

Descrizione del lavoro

## 2027 Summer Intern – Research and Development - Nondestructive EvaluationApply: Hybrid: Warren, Michigan, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: JR-202621726**Job Description****The Role:** We are seeking a highly motivated graduate or advanced undergraduate engineering student to support research and development activities focused on advanced ultrasonic nondestructive evaluation (NDE) technologies for next-generation manufacturing inspection systems. The intern will contribute to the development of next-generation in-line inspection technologies for manufacturing quality assurance and process monitoring through advanced sensing, modeling, and automation approaches.This position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge inspection technologies which may include wave propagation modeling, nonlinear acoustics, guided wave techniques, robotic inspection systems, and advanced data analytics. The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams spanning materials engineering, manufacturing, robotics, sensing technologies, and computational modeling. The intern will gain hands-on experience in:· Advanced NDE technologies in a manufacturing environment· Wave propagation modeling and simulation· Development and validation of manufacturing inspection technologies· Robotic inspection and sensor integration· Research execution, technical reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.· Application of advanced sensing and automation technologies to manufacturing quality challenges **What You’ll Do:** · Develop and validate models of wave propagation in engineering materials and manufacturing processes.· Support research involving advanced ultrasonic inspection methods, including:o Advanced ultrasonic techniques, e.g., nonlinear acoustics, guided wave testing, etc.o Advanced manufacturing inspection methodologies· Design and conduct laboratory experiments for nondestructive testing and evaluation· Analyze nondestructive measurement data and correlate results with manufacturing process conditions, material quality, and defect characteristics.· Assist in the development of in-line and automated inspection technologies for manufacturing environments· Support the integration of sensing technologies with inspection platforms· Participate in data analysis, visualization, and algorithm development for defect detection, characterization, and manufacturing process monitoring· Document research findings through technical reports, presentations, and experimental procedures· Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and technical specialists on advanced manufacturing and inspection technology projects. **Required Qualifications:** * Pursuing a masters or PhD. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field from a leading university.* Must be a current student* Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week during the summer months* Strong academic and applied background in acoustics, with experience in nonlinear acoustics wave propagation, experiments, and modeling.* Strong modeling skills (COMSOL or similar). **Preferred Qualifications:** * Experience with: + Guided waves + Phased array ultrasound and beamforming laws + Integrating quality systems into inline manufacturing processes + Other nondestructive modalities, such as electromagnetic techniques + Sensor fabrication* Experience in industrial or automotive manufacturing environments* Publication record in leading conferences (e.g., ASNT, ASA, QNDE, SPIE, etc.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). The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee). **Work Arrangement:****Hybrid:** This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]. GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program - **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.