Lucid Motors - Intern, Seating Systems, application via RippleMatch - RippleMatch Opportunities
Newark, CA
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Intern, Seating Systems, Summer 2025
Location: Newark, CA
As the Intern, Seating Systems, you must possess a strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, and have an eye for detail. As our ideal candidate, you exhibit a can-do attitude and approach your work with vigor and determination. You can successfully demonstrate excellence in your respective field, possess the ability to learn quickly and strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment. Role/Responsibilities:
· Hand calculations for determining the stress/strain on a particular section of the seat structure for a given load case
· Help with prototype seat builds for various gate deliverables
· Lead/assist in the benchmarking activity
· Work with cross functional teams within Lucid to drive the deliverables keeping the timing and cost for the project in mind
· Help with the seat mockups within the prototype/current production vehicles
· Help run subjective seat performance validations, to help improve seat functions such as massage, heat, vent, comfort
Preferred Qualifications:
· Design experience creating a product in CAD, CATIA V5/V6 is a major plus
· Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
· Basic understanding of electrical and electronics systems
· Experience in kinematics
· Experience in writing technical reports
· Keen eye for detail
· Experience working with MATLAB for simulations
· Solidworks experience is a plus
· Ability to work cross functionally with multiple teams
· Strong communication skills
· A self starter mentality
Nice to Have:
· Automotive experience
· Basic knowledge in Electrical/SW fundamentals
· Experience building things in past internship or projects
· Creating CAD/ section cuts using the 3DX platform
Education:
· Field(s) of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
· Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program at an accredited university
· Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS)
Program Information:
· Timing: May- August, or June-September pending class schedules.
· Duration of Internship: Our internship program is 12 weeks; the end date is flexible based on individual needs.
· Work Location & Environment: This position will be in Newark, CA, and is fully in-person. You must be prepared to start onsite for your first day of employment. The working environment will be a mix of lab & office work.
· Compensation: Student compensation is based on location and current degree level, non-negotiable ranging from $40 to $60.
· Relocation: May be provided on a case to case basis.
· Housing/Transportation: You must provide your own living arrangements and transportation in the local area.
· Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent on clearing a background check.
· Drug Screening: All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen.
· Medical benefits: Dental, vision, and medical on day 1 for all interns working full-time.
· Visa Sponsorship: Lucid may but is not obligated to sponsor foreign national employees requiring company sponsorship for U.S employment authorization.