R&D Fall 2026 Intern

Location(s): Smyrna, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time onsite

Preferred Degree: Engineering

Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We are currently looking for an Industrial Engineering Co-op to join our team.

At Nissan North America, we are dedicated to achieving key priorities including zero-emission leadership, core- model strategy, top-level product quality, dealer network enhancement and quality of management.

We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. We invite you to discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to function autonomously in a fast-paced dynamic environment and be able to provide clear recommendations and feedback
• Strong project management skills are required
• Must be able to work full-time during Internship
• Must be currently enrolled in a 4-year College or University
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Strong organization ability with keen attention to detail
• Be self-motivated and willing to challenge yourself to develop your talents and skill sets
• Strong communication skills both written and oral

We are looking for self-motivated students who want to challenge themselves, test their skills, develop their talents, and discover their full potential.  The Intern Program is an integral component and the first step of our commitment to our employees' long- term personal and professional development. Our culture is one where employees are empowered to have a voice that can influence business decisions, find work that is exciting and enjoy an unbeatable camaraderie between colleagues.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.