Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.
Ready to tackle the challenges of the vehicle of the future? Join Valeo and revolutionize the comfort and well-being of all passengers!
What you will win:
As part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share. You will receive a best in class, total compensation package that provides a comprehensive benefits program with real financial value.
About Valeo:
Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.
About the Role:
As a Software Engineer Intern, you will help shape the future of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). In this internship, you will gain hands-on experience by contributing to the design of advanced architectures, the development of intelligent, AI-enhanced in-cabin user experiences, and bridging the gap between cutting-edge software and automotive hardware within a modern Agile environment.
Responsibilities Also Include:
Under the guidance of experienced mentors and as a valued member of our engineering team, you will participate in the following missions:
Next-Gen SDV Architecture: Assist in the design and development of robust C++ middleware, APIs, and OS components for future Software-Defined Vehicles.
Help implement, test, and debug software using C/C++ and Python across embedded and Linux-based platforms.
Contribute to building the backend services and programmable interfaces required to power personalized, AI-enhanced user experiences.
Support the team in analyzing system logs, reproducing technical issues, and troubleshooting connectivity and performance problems.
Hardware-Software Interface: Help integrate smart algorithms with physical automotive hardware.
Learn and apply critical automotive safety standards (such as ISO 26262) in real-world development.
AI-Driven Automation: Explore and leverage modern artificial intelligence tools to help optimize CI/CD workflows and improve automated testing procedures.
Agile Collaboration: Work closely alongside senior developers in a fast-paced Agile environment, utilizing modern Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) tools and best practices.
What You Should Have:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
Join us!
Thanks to its strategy focused on innovation, Valeo aims at reducing CO² emissions and developing intuitive driving to propose greener, safer, and smarter mobility. The fantastic (r)evolution towards the vehicule of the future provides amazing career opportunities and challenging jobs!
Diversity by nature
At Valeo, innovation is driven by the diversity, authenticity and energy of its talents. You are looking for new technological and human adventures? Join Valeo and its more than 100.000 employees across the globe! More information about valeo : https://www.valeo.com
Job:
R&D Trainee/Apprentice/VIEOrganization:
Engineering SoftwareSchedule:
Full timeEmployee Status:
Trainee (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Job Type:
Trainee / InternshipJob Posting Date:
2026-08-14Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development
More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field
- Proficiency with C/C++ programming
- Experience with Python
- Experience on embedded systems and Linux-based platforms
- Familiarity with APIs, middleware, and OS components
- Ability to analyze system logs, reproduce issues, and perform debugging/troubleshooting
- Experience integrating software with hardware (hardware-software interface)
- Knowledge or willingness to learn automotive safety standards (ISO 26262)
- Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and AI-driven automation tools
- Experience working in Agile development and modern SDLC practices
Valeo US Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Valeo US and has not been reviewed or approved by Valeo US.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is positioned roughly in line with large automotive manufacturers’ ranges, with competitive bases described for engineers, technicians, and select salaried roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Medical coverage uses major carriers such as Blue Cross/Anthem, and premiums are described as reasonable for many roles, alongside core offerings like life insurance and an employee assistance program.
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Retirement Support — Retirement Support: A 401(k) with employer match around 5% is referenced, with structures that have included automatic contributions plus match depending on location and time, and current postings list 401(k) matching as a core benefit.
Valeo US Insights
What We Do
Valeo is an automotive supplier and partner to all automakers worldwide. As a technology company, Valeo proposes innovative products and systems that contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions and to the development of intuitive driving. In 2020, the Group generated sales of 16.4 billion euros and invested 12% of its original equipment sales in Research and Development. At December 31, 2020, Valeo had 187 plants, 20 research centers, 43 development centers and 15 distribution platforms, and employed 110,300 people in 33 countries worldwide. Valeo is listed on the Paris Stock Exchange.
