Project and Race Support Engineer Spring 2027 - Internship

Hendrick Automotive Group; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Automotive Group is looking for a Project and Race Support Engineer Intern in Charlotte, North Carolina. This internship is open to motivated engineering students or recent graduates. Responsibilities include collaborating on project management and supporting race day activities.

The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to quality work. This position averages 5-12 months, typically Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, and may require weekend support during events.

Qualifications

• Must be at least a junior or third-year student in the degree program being pursued.
• Ability to interact and engage well with others.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to plan and execute projects.
• Support race teams through data analytics before and after races.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Aptitude

Education

Enrolled in a 4-year program pursuing an Engineering related degree

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Database Management

Job description

Hendrick Motorsports Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

Overview

Hendrick Motorsports, a leading NASCAR Motorsports operation, is seeking a highly motivated engineering student or recent graduate to join us as a Project and Race Support Engineer Intern for Spring 2027.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to plan and execute projects as needed.
• Track and report project progress.
• Perform and assist in data collection, spreadsheet creation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Create basic tools to support race day activities.
• Support race teams through reports, data analytics, and other tasks before, during, and after races.
• Assist with pre‑event, event, and post‑event reports.
• Support race day team activities.

Qualifications

• Accountability – Accepts responsibility and accounts for actions.
• Accuracy – Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills – Critical thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Communication (Written & Oral) – Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Competitiveness – Strives to get ahead or complete projects.
• Conceptual Thinking – Think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Deductive Reasoning – Applies logical or scientific thinking to solve problems.
• Detail Oriented – Pays attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Energetic – Works at a sustained pace and produces quality work.
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Honesty/Integrity – Truthful and credible in the workplace.
• Loyal – Feels a duty to the employer.
• Mechanical Aptitude – Understands and uses lab tools if needed.
• Multi‑Tasking – Handles multiple different programs efficiently.
• Presentation Skills – Effectively presents information publicly.
• Problem Solving – Deals proactively with work‑related problems.
• Quality Work – Produces quality work to specification.
• Reliability – Dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible – Accounts for actions.
• Safety Awareness – Identifies and corrects conditions affecting employee safety.
• Self‑motivation and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, delivery‑focused environment.
• Technical Aptitude – Comprehends complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Working Under Pressure – Completes tasks under stressful situations.

Skills & Abilities

• Education: Enrolled in a 4‑year program pursuing an Engineering related degree or possessing an engineering or technical related degree.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Must be at least a junior or third‑year student in the degree program being pursued.
• Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of managing large datasets and quickly prototyping solutions; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database management; basic knowledge of analytical tools and programming skills.
• Eligibility Requirements: Duration 5–12 months.
• Work Schedule: Weekdays from 7:00 am – 4:00 pm typically, with weekend support during practice, qualifying and race events.

Additional Requirements

Ability to interact and engage well with others, work under pressure, strong written and oral communication skills, work independently, adaptability to a changing environment, strong attention to details, problem‑solving skills using available knowledge and resources, thorough understanding of race cars.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.