Supplier Quality Intern

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is offering a 12-week summer internship as a Supplier Quality Engineer/Launch Engineer. You will serve as a liaison among GM purchasing, product engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers, addressing quality issues and leading PPAP, Run at Rate, and QMS activities.

You will evaluate supplier plans, engage in root-cause analysis, and support part qualification, with opportunities to lead workshops and drive continuous improvement across the component lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in engineering or related field.
• Available to work full-time, 40 hours/week, during the 12-week summer internship.
• Must be graduating between December 2027 and June 2029.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of quality systems or manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• No GM immigration-related sponsorship is available now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Participate in General Motors’ 12-week, project-based Supplier Quality Internship Program.
• Work as a Supplier Quality Engineer or Supplier Quality Launch Engineer intern.
• Serve as a technical liaison between GM purchasing, product engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Resolve supplier manufacturing and quality issues.
• Implement and monitor Advanced Product Quality Planning, Production Part Approval Process, PPAP, and Run at Rate activities.
• Review supplier quality plans, control plans, and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses.
• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Participate in supplier visits to support root-cause analysis and verify corrective actions.
• Support supplier part qualification and certification activities.
• Improve supplier quality performance through workshops, technical assistance, and quality-system development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and supplier teams to address quality concerns and project milestones.
• Analyze trends, evaluate issues, recommend practical solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct onsite workshops at supplier locations and provide technical support throughout the component lifecycle, including warranty.]

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Detail-oriented

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial and systems engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials/metallurgical engineering, quality engineering or management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Participate in General Motors’ 12-week, project-based Supplier Quality Internship Program
• Work as a Supplier Quality Engineer or Supplier Quality Launch Engineer intern
• Serve as a technical liaison between GM purchasing, product engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers
• Resolve supplier manufacturing and quality issues
• Implement and monitor Advanced Product Quality Planning, Production Part Approval Process, PPAP, and Run at Rate activities
• Review supplier quality plans, control plans, and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses
• Review supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions
• Participate in supplier visits to support root-cause analysis and verify corrective actions
• Support supplier part qualification and certification activities
• Improve supplier quality performance through workshops, technical assistance, and quality-system development
• Collaborate with cross-functional and supplier teams to address quality concerns and project milestones
• Analyze trends, evaluate issues, recommend practical solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement projects
• Conduct onsite workshops at supplier locations and provide technical support throughout the component lifecycle, including warranty

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial and systems engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials or metallurgical engineering, quality engineering or management, or a related technical discipline
• Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, during the 12-week summer internship
• Must be graduating between December 2027 and June 2029
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic knowledge of quality systems, manufacturing processes, or engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• No GM immigration-related sponsorship is available now or in the future, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1 sponsorship
• Preferred: completion of sophomore or junior year before the internship
• Preferred: exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or quality engineering tools
• Preferred: familiarity with engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, or materials science concepts
• Preferred: prior internship, co-op, academic project, or hands-on manufacturing or automotive experience
• Preferred: demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ownership
• Preferred: ability to build relationships across functions and cultures
• Preferred: customer-focused approach, integrity, and professionalism

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in quality systems and manufacturing processes. Capable of collaborating effectively in cross-functional teams while supporting supplier quality performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Supplier Quality Engineering
• Advanced Product Quality Planning
• Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Root-Cause Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Quality Systems
• Manufacturing Processes
• Engineering Fundamentals
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Materials Science Concepts

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Effective Communication
• Detail-Oriented
• Team Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• Supplier Quality
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality Engineering Tools
• Supplier Part Qualification
• Automotive Experience

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)