Automotive Systems Engineering Intern—Seats & DV/PV

Adient; Plymouth (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient is seeking an Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in automotive seating systems at the Plymouth, MI Central Tech Unit. You will work with engineering and program teams to support design execution, product development, and customer-facing engineering requirements.

The program runs May 3, 2027 - August 12, 2027, with a full-time schedule (40 hours per week). You will develop technical, problem-solving, and communication skills through real-world project exposure.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Available to work onsite full-time (40 hours per week).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Preferred CAD experience: CATIA or Siemens NX.

Responsibilities

• Support the resolution of design issues using BEP and lean principles.
• Develop and present A3 problem-solving reports during reviews.
• Collaborate with SMTEs to learn the product development process.
• Assist with DV/PV testing scheduling, builds, and teardown activities.
• Support customer and DV/PV test builds at Plymouth Technical Center.
• Gain exposure to DFAM and manufacturing processes.
• Understand seat system regulations, durability, and testing requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional collaboration to support program objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

MS Office

Job description

Adient is seeking an Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in automotive seating systems at the Plymouth, MI Central Tech Unit. You will work with engineering and program teams to support design execution, product development, and customer-facing engineering requirements.

The program runs May 3, 2027 - August 12, 2027, with a full-time schedule (40 hours per week). You will develop technical, problem-solving, and communication skills through real-world project exposure.