About the role#
The Product Safety Engineering team evaluates vehicle safety performance, investigates field issues, and analyzes data to identify safety concerns and risk mitigation opportunities. This internship offers exposure to automotive engineering, vehicle testing, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with legal and quality teams.
What you'll do#
- Assist with vehicle and component-level field investigations regarding product safety.
- Support crash analyses and technical evaluations to assess system performance.
- Prepare technical reports that communicate investigation findings.
- Support child safety seat fitment evaluations and safety advocacy initiatives.
- Participate in community outreach and STEM activities focused on traffic safety education.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or Biomechanical Engineering.
- You must be entering your Junior or Senior year at the start of the term.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle design and safety systems, including airbags, seat belts, energy management, electronic stability control, and advanced driver assistance systems.
- Familiarity with automotive diagnostics, troubleshooting, and data analysis tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, 12-week program for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in Franklin, TN and Smyrna, TN.
- This position is paid.
- Sponsorship is not available.
About Nissan Motor Corporation
Nissan Motor Corporation is a global manufacturer of motor vehicles. The company sells cars under the Nissan and INFINITI brands. Founded in 1933, it maintains its headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. It operates across four regions, including the Americas, China, Japan-ASEAN, and the AMIEO region.
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