About the role#
This PhD internship focuses on battery research and development. You will support characterization efforts and help create new analytical methods for advanced battery materials. The role contributes to research on electrification and propulsion technologies, including cell fabrication, benchmarking, and failure analysis. You will work on proof-of-concept hardware for electric vehicles and help develop models to predict battery performance.
What you'll do#
- Perform characterization of battery materials, components, and cells using analytical instruments like X-ray CT, SEM, Raman spectroscopy, IC, HPLC, GC, XRF, and GDOES.
- Develop new and innovative characterization methods to accelerate battery research.
- Conduct experiments to collect data and validate research ideas.
- Execute research plans from concept generation through implementation and validation.
- Document and present results, which may lead to intellectual property or external publications.
- Collaborate with peers, management, operations groups, and outside organizations.
- Assist lab management in identifying technology and business trends in the automotive sector.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD program.
- A degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related field.
- Strong theoretical and experimental skills.
- Previous research experience in battery material synthesis, analysis, or electrochemical characterization techniques.
- Previous research experience in design methodology development or technology transfer.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Strong critical thinking and communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Warren, Michigan.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Work Modality: Hybrid. You are expected to be at the GM Global Technical Center at least three days per week.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About General Motors
General Motors is a public motor vehicle manufacturing company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. The organization employs over 10,000 people and focuses on the production of cars and trucks. Its operations span multiple technical fields including automotive engineering, software development, artificial intelligence, and vehicle electrification.
