Validation Engineering Co-Op 2026

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Nexteer Automotive Corporation

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Saginaw, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Assist technicians with test setups and perform validation activities during various stages of a product launch. Post-process test results, write reports, and manage the organization and transport of test components.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Electrical, from a local 4-year university. You possess basic troubleshooting skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and are able to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively in both written and oral formats.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job Description

The Student Program at Nexteer Automotive offers high‑potential students meaningful opportunities to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while gaining hands‑on experience and valuable industry exposure. Learn more about our student program and career opportunities at Nexteer by visiting www.nexteer.com/careers.

This position will allow the Student to assist in the laboratory environment.  Position will include performing various validation activities during various stages of a Product Launch. The Student will have the opportunity to interact with various Program customer groups.  In this position, the Student will aid the validation group on performing tests and other miscellaneous tasks.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist technicians with test setups
  • Perform test activities per specifications provided
  • Post process test results and write reports
  • Storage organization of components
  • Transporting of test parts from lab to lab and to various suppliers
  • Student may be asked to complete other miscellaneous tasks as they arise. 

Primary Skill Requirements:

  • Candidate must be attending a 4-year university local to Saginaw
  • Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelors in Engineering
    • Mechanical / Electrical Degree program preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
  • Basic trouble shooting skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Word / PowerPoint is preferred
  • Candidate must be able to work onsite, 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters
    • Up to 40 in the summer
  • Must have cumulative 2.7 GPA on 4.0 scale
  • Must be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semesters
  • Candidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorship

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please email careers@nexteer.com. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need an accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

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Nexteer Automotive Corporation

Nexteer Automotive is a global leading motion control technology company accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting. Our innovative product and technology portfolio includes electric and hydraulic power steering systems, steer-by-wire systems, steering columns and intermediate shafts, driveline systems and software solutions. We solve motion control challenges across all megatrends – including electrification, software/connectivity, ADAS/automated driving and shared mobility – for more than 60 customers around the world including BMW, Ford, GM, RNM, Stellantis, Toyota and VW, as well as automakers in India and China. Nexteer is aware of fraudulent job postings by accounts impersonating the company. While our security team is working with LinkedIn to promptly resolve this issue, please remain vigilant to protect yourself against job scams. Nexteer will never ask an applicant to provide bank account information through LinkedIn or provide you with payment via check during the application process. If you are concerned about a posting or have other questions, please contact Nexteer directly at careers@nexteer.com to verify. You can also learn more about job scams and how to avoid them by visiting https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams#avoid.
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