This internship will follow an in-person model. Interns will be based at the Stellantis Headquarters and Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and are expected to work on-site 5 days per week, depending on business needs. Relocation assistance may be available for candidates who meet specific eligibility criteria. The internship program is scheduled to run from May through August 2027.
STELLANTIS INTERN PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
The Stellantis Intern Program offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated, innovative, and inspired individuals to work on challenging assignments where contribution, teamwork and communication are vital to the success of the organization. As a leading-edge company, we provide real world challenges and rewarding intern experiences to candidates from a variety of colleges and universities while providing a competitive salary.
Interns will be assigned to a department based on the candidate's background and skill set. The assignments are project-oriented, meaningful to the department and allow the intern to provide valuable contributions. Interns experience a sense of personal accomplishment and learn about the corporate business culture through work assignments, structured activities, and exclusive intern networking events. Interns that demonstrate outstanding qualities may be invited back for a return internship the following summer or may be considered for full-time positions.
Internship Benefits:
- Exposure to cutting-edge projects and technologies
- Collaborative work environment
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Networking opportunities with peers and leaders
- Skill development workshops and training sessions
- Paid US holidays
- Stellantis Employee Advantage Vehicle Discount Program
- Eligible interns may be able to participate in the Company Vehicle Employee Lease Program
DEPARTMENT DETAILS:
Join Stellantis Product Development & Technology (PDT) as a Vehicle Engineering Intern.
Are you ready to help shape the future of mobility? Within Stellantis Product Development & Technology (PDT), our Vehicle Engineering team is driving innovation on a global scale. We’re not just building vehicles — we’re crafting the next generation of automotive experiences.
What We Do: Our Vehicle Engineering group leads the charge in:
- Designing, developing, and validating cutting-edge vehicle systems and components
- Delivering world-class Body, Interior, and Chassis performance
- Pioneering new concepts, features, and innovations that redefine what’s possible
- Leveraging advanced digital tools and AI to optimize performance and efficiency
As a PDT Summer intern in Vehicle Engineering, you will support one of the following areas:
- Structures, Safety & Quality
- Chassis & Dynamics
- Interior, Mechatronics, & NVH
- Vehicle Performance
- Development Performance & Regulation
Your Internship Experience: As a PDT Summer Intern, you’ll be matched with a team that aligns with your technical strengths and passions. You’ll gain hands-on experience working alongside industry leaders and fellow innovators, contributing to real-world projects that make a difference.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Work on meaningful engineering challenges that impact future vehicles
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Present your project to our Senior Leadership Team — your ideas will be heard!
- Build a network of mentors, peers, and professionals who are passionate about mobility
Why Join Us?
This isn’t just an internship — it’s a launchpad. Our goal is to develop a pipeline of talented individuals who are ready to take on full-time roles and help us fulfill our purpose. If you share a love for cars and technology and want to be a part of something great, Stellantis is your home. Join a company that is customer centric, celebrates winning together, is agile, innovative, and cares for the future!
Preferred QualificationsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering at an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the internship
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Willingness to relocate for internship, if applicable
- Completion of freshman year or higher at an accredited college or university by the spring of 2027
- Authorized to work in the United States
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Major other Engineering degrees from an ABET accredited university programs (Aerospace/Aeronautical, Agricultural, Biomedical/Biomechanical/Bioengineering, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Computer Science, Materials, Mechatronics, Metallurgical, Software) or related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of working both independently and as part of a team
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across various organizational levels and with external partners
- Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and achieve goals in a fast-paced environment
- Proven leadership in academic pursuits, extracurricular activities, or service organizations
- Able to drive vehicles; possessing a valid driver’s license
STELLANTIS DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, F-1, etc.) FOR THIS ROLE. IF YOU WILL REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE IN ORDER TO WORK IN THIS POSITION, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the internship
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Willingness to relocate for the internship, if applicable
- Completion of freshman year or higher by spring 2027
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Other engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program or related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Exceptional interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and achieve goals in a fast-paced environment
- Leadership in academic, extracurricular, or service activities
- Ability to drive vehicles and possess a valid driver's license
Stellantis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stellantis and has not been reviewed or approved by Stellantis.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Contract-driven increases lifted hourly wages roughly 25% over 4.5 years and restored cost-of-living adjustments, pushing top rates near $42 per hour by the end of the agreement. Union hourly positions appear to have benefited most since the 2023 deal.
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Affordable Benefits — UAW-represented hourly workers pay no premiums and about 3% of total healthcare costs while receiving comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage. This creates materially lower out-of-pocket costs for represented hourly roles.
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Retirement Support — Post-2007 hourly hires receive a 10% employer 401(k) contribution and legacy workers saw defined-benefit improvements with retiree bonuses. Salaried roles also cite a 401(k) with employer match and contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
Stellantis Insights
What We Do
Our storied and iconic brands embody the passion of their visionary founders and today’s customers in their innovative products and services: they include Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall and mobility brands Free2move and Leasys. Powered by our diversity, we lead the way the world moves – aspiring to become the greatest sustainable mobility tech company, not the biggest, while creating added value for all stakeholders as well as the communities in which we operate.
