2025 Co-Op - Manufacturing Industrial Engineer

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE.  DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.   

Work Arrangement:    

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their assigned plant on a full-time basis.   

What You’ll Do:  

At General Motors we strive for a culture of excellence. We act with integrity. We are driven by ingenuity and innovation. We have the courage to do and say what's difficult. Each of us takes accountability for results, drives for continued efficiencies, and has the tenacity to win. 

We are seeking Industrial Engineer Co-ops to do hands-on work that would have the opportunity to add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You would be responsible for analyzing the efficiency of manufacturing operations and changes related to personnel, material, machines and facilities. Work involves leadership ability, critical thinking and communication skill and independent determinations with supervisor mentorship.     

Responsibilities:   

• Confirms or recommends changes to layouts, labor control and/or material control  

• Frequent contact with others outside the work group  

• Assists in developing accurate methods and optimum operation layout  

• Makes operation descriptions and performs the vital calculations to complete studies and change routines or other systems of labor and material control  

Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:  

• Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.  

• Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections.  

• Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals. Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes.  

• Work in a loud manufacturing environment that is not climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold).  

• Frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform work.  

• Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 pounds and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.  

• Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment.  

Job Location   

We have opportunities available in the locations below for this role. Please indicate in your application which of these locations you are interested in.  

• Rochester, NY 

• Tonawanda, NY 

Required Qualifications:    

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering  

• Must be graduating between December 2025 and May 2028 

• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week  

• Willing to work in a plant environment  

• Enrolled in a co-op program at your university  

What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):   

• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience 

• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust 

• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric 

• Excellent project management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects at any given time 

Compensation:   

• The salary range for this role is $4,000 - $4,900 monthly, dependent upon class status and degree.  

• GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2025 Student Program.   

What you’ll get from us (Benefits):  

• Paid US GM Holidays  

• GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program  

• Result-based potential for growth within GM 

• Intern events to network with company leaders and peers