Description
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 the Lockport facility on a full-time basis.
Lockport is looking for these types of roles for Summer 2025 : Controls Engineering Intern, Mechanical Engineering Intern, and
Industrial Engineering Intern. Please see all 3 job descriptions below.
Manufacturing Controls Engineering Intern
Our plants are the groundwork for GM and a hotbed of innovation. We need controls engineer interns to assist maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of specialist equipment. As a controls engineer intern you would be accountable for controls engineering and electrical support for engine programs. These tasks would teach you electrical root causing analysis and problem solving as well as leadership skills to provide technical support and direction to support personnel/skilled trades within the organization. Quality and safety are extremely meaningful to us, so enforcing safe work practices is the highest priority and implement objectives for ergonomics, health/safety and housekeeping, which means that you would have to investigate system and equipment problems and provide technical input in problem resolution.
Responsibilities:
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Leads electrical projects including new, operations improvements, and periodic repair and replacement
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Participates in functional area plant meetings and related activities to represent engineering and to assist in reaching the plant's performance goals
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Develops cost estimates, investment forecasts, business cases, appropriation requests and plans for minor project activity
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Utilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on plant systems
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Develops and monitors planning timetables and projects schedules
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Coordinates and communicates the development of changes to improve conditions for the assembly process
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Programming of manufacturing technology
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Analyzes product, process and technology to figure out the best methods of manufacture
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Assists in the design and building of tools and equipment or recommends improvements to existing processes
Desired Qualifications:
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Demonstrated leadership in field of study, extracurricular activities or service organizations
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Able to work independently and with a team
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Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed
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Oral and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
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Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment
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High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
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Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer Intern
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 Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer Interns to do hands-on work that could add directly to the bottom line of our culture and our company. You will have many responsibilities and accountabilities, like mechanical support for programs. You will learn how to lead mechanical projects for several different areas of the plant including operations improvements and new and replacement programs. This is a hands-on position in which you may work with periodic repairs and to provide technical support and direction to support personnel/skilled trades.
Responsibilities:
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Mechanical root cause analysis and problem solving
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Analyze product, process and technology to figure out the best methods of manufacture
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Assist in the design and building of tools and equipment or recommends improvements to existing processes
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Assist maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of specialized equipment
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Troubleshoot special maintenance and equipment problems
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Coordinate machinery upgrade projects
Desired Qualifications:
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Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed
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Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities or service organizations
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Strong leadership skills, to guide project teams through planning, execution and insight phases
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Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, applicable insights
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Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, leading timelines and goals
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Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful and inventive
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill sophisticated subjects to a wider audience
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Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a rapidly moving environment
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High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
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Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
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Deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems
Manufacturing Industrial Engineer Intern
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 interns 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 the analyzing efficiency of manufacturing operations and changes related to personnel, material, machines and facilities. Work involves leadership ability, critical thinking and communication skills. Exercises independent determinations with mentorship from supervisors.
Responsibilities:
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Confirms or recommends changes to layouts, labor control and/or material control
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Frequent contact with others outside the work group
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Assists in developing accurate methods and optimum operation layout
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Makes operation descriptions and performs the vital calculations to complete studies and change routines or other systems of labor and material control
Desired Qualifications:
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Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed
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Demonstrates leadership in field of study, extra-curricular activities or service organizations
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Strong leadership skills, to guide project teams through planning, execution and insight phases
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Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into comprehensive, applicable insights
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Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines and goals
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Willingness to ask questions, take initiative and be resourceful and inventive
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill sophisticated subjects to a wider audience
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Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a rapidly moving environment
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High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
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Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
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Deliver new and creative solutions to sophisticated problems
[Additional Description]
Required Qualifications:
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Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering/Controls Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Industrial Engineering
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Must be graduating between August 2025 and May 2028
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Must be a student attending University at Buffalo
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Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week
What will give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
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Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skill ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
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Highly proficient with Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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Proficient in reading part drawings and interpretation of part measurements
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