Lucid Motors - Intern, Seating Systems, application via RippleMatch - RippleMatch Opportunities

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.