About the role#
Aptiv is looking for students to join our Summer 2027 Internship Program. You will work on technical and business projects that create value for the company. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in San Diego, California.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to real projects that drive business results.
- Partner with experienced professionals and cross-functional teams to solve day-to-day business challenges.
- Support project planning, execution, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop your technical and leadership skills through practical experience.
- Present project updates, recommendations, and final outcomes to stakeholders.
- Participate in networking, mentoring, and development opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, computer, industrial, or chemical engineering, or a related field.
- Ability to work in person at our San Diego office.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Leadership experience through student organizations, academic projects, or extracurricular activities is preferred.
- Interest in the automotive, mobility, technology, or manufacturing industries is preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full time
About Aptiv
Aptiv is a global technology company that builds software and hardware for the automotive industry. It focuses on autonomous vehicles, connected cars, and smart vehicle architecture. The company maintains a large workforce of over 32,000 employees with offices in multiple countries including the United States, Germany, and China. It operates as a public company headquartered in Schaffhausen.
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