Hybrid 2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Dynamics & Controls – Autonomous Driving

at General Motors

• Job title: 2026 Summer Intern – Software Engineer, Dynamics & Controls – Autonomous Driving
• Job type: Internship
• Experience level: Entry level
• Salary: $13,100 per month
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Tech skills: Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Sunnyvale, United States

About the role

• Intern in GM's Local Planner Controller team supporting vehicle dynamics and controls software development for Super Cruise system. Working on optimization problems related to kinematic feasibility and collision avoidance.

Responsibilities

• Support development for vehicle dynamics and controls software deployed to GMs Super Cruise system.
• Join technical reviews and apply software engineering best practices.
• Contribute to Active Safety, Driver Assistance, and Super Cruise.
• Improve and deliver reliable software through continuous integration, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Help define, build, and embody GM engineering culture and principles.

Requirements

• Graduate student (PhD preferred) in controls, optimization, path planning, or related.
• Deep understanding of optimal controls and trajectory optimization algorithms.
• Good grasp of classical and modern feedback control theory and techniques.
• Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics.
• Experience with C++/Python development.
• Strong communication skills.
• Passion for self-driving technology and its potential impact on the world.
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Paid US GM Holidays
• GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program
• Result-based potential for growth within GM
• Intern events to network with company leaders and peers