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Nexteer Automotive · 20 hours ago

2026 R&D Electric Motor Drives Summer Internship

Saginaw, MI, US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Nexteer Automotive is seeking a highly motivated graduate student for their R&D Electric Motor Drives Summer Internship. The role involves motor control system analysis, modeling, and design of electric motor drive systems, providing students with hands-on experience in a technical environment.

Automotive

No H1B

Responsibilities

Responsible for motor control system analysis, modeling, and design of electric motor drive systems

Develops mathematical models and implements control algorithms for various types of electrical machines and advanced power converters

Knowledge of power converter commutation/switching techniques for advanced semiconductor topologies

Verifies and calibrates motor control characteristics

Validation of motor control characteristics on laboratory dynamometers

Provides technical expertise for projects incorporating complex electromechanical (“Mechatronic”) systems

Verifies and calibrates modeling tools and corrects deficiencies in designs and prototypes

Qualification

Motor Control SystemsPower ElectronicsMatlab/SimulinkSystem Analysis TechniquesProblem-SolvingMicrosoft OfficeTime ManagementDocumentation Abilities

Required

Graduate student pursuing MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Motor Control Systems or Power Electronics or similar specialization

Must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

Knowledge of motor control theory, design and analysis

Strong computer skills, and knowledge of simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink) is required

General competency in all core fields (electronics, electromagnetic)

Excellent problem-solving techniques

Knowledge of system synthesis, analysis and verification techniques

Good organization and documentation abilities

Ability to manage & support multiple activities (time management skills)

Strong work ethic

Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others

Proficiency with Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

Candidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorship

Company

Nexteer Automotive

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Nexteer Automotive is an automotive parts supplier.

Founded in 1906

Saginaw, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.nexteer.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Public Company

Total Funding

unknown

2013-10-07IPO

Leadership Team

Hervé Boyer

Chief Operating Officer (Global COO)

Arun DeSouza

Chief Information Security & Privacy Officer (CISO)

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