Product Safety Engineering Intern Summer 2027 Franklin TN and Smyrna TN

Nissan USA; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan USA is seeking a Product Safety Engineering Intern to join our Franklin, TN and Smyrna, TN teams. The 12-week, full-time internship provides hands-on experience in vehicle safety evaluations, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.

You must be enrolled in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or Biomechanical Engineering and be a junior or senior; a GPA of 3.0+ is preferred. Onsite work at Franklin/Smyrna; sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or Biomechanical Engineering or related field.
• Junior or Senior status at the start of the upcoming term.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle design and safety systems (airbags, seat belts, ESC, ADAS, etc.).
• Aptitude for investigations, data interpretation, and report writing.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; GPA 3.0+ required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vehicle and component-level field investigations related to product safety concerns.
• Support crash analyses and technical evaluations of vehicle performance.
• Prepare technical reports communicating investigation findings.
• Support child safety seat fitment evaluations and safety outreach initiatives.
• Participate in STEM outreach focused on traffic safety.

Skills

Mechanical Eng

Electrical Eng

Biomedical Eng

Biomechanical Eng

Vehicle safety

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Junior or Senior

Mechanical Eng

Electrical Eng

Biomedical Eng

Biomechanical Eng

Tools

Automotive diagnostics

Job description

Location(s): Franklin, TN and Smyrna, TN (Field Quality Center)

Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program

Degree Level: Junior or Senior

Preferred Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, or related field

Sponsorship: Not Available

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a Product Safety Engineering Intern to join our team in Franklin, TN and Smyrna, TN. The Product Safety Engineering team is responsible for evaluating vehicle safety performance, investigating field issues, and analyzing technical data to identify potential safety concerns and opportunities for risk mitigation. This internship provides exposure to automotive engineering, vehicle testing, safety regulations, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, legal, quality, and regulatory compliance teams.

A Day in the Life:

• Assist with vehicle and component-level field investigations related to product safety concerns.
• Support crash analyses and technical evaluations to assess vehicle and system performance.
• Prepare technical engineering reports that communicate investigation findings and support business activities.
• Support child safety seat fitment evaluations and child and teen safety advocacy initiatives.
• Participate in community outreach and STEM activities focused on traffic safety awareness and education.

Who We’re Looking For

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Students entering their Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle design and safety systems, including airbags, seat belts, energy management systems, electronic stability control (ESC), advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and vehicle dynamics.
• Aptitude for conducting investigations, assessing component and system performance, and preparing technical reports.
• Familiarity with automotive diagnostics and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience with data analysis tools and interpreting technical data.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Franklin, TN and Smyrna, TN as needed.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan’s rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms and leadership trainings.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America