About the role#
Roush is looking for a mechanical engineering student to join our Vehicle Engineering team for the Fall 2026 term. This is a full-time, paid internship that offers hands-on experience with engineering and testing projects. You will work onsite 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
What you'll do#
- Support a variety of engineering and testing projects.
- Gain hands-on experience in the shop and office.
- Learn automotive industry standards.
- Collaborate with the Vehicle Engineering team on design and development tasks.
What you'll need#
- Minimum junior standing at a college or university.
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, industrial, civil, or electrical engineering.
- Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or NX.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- A strong desire to learn about body and vehicle engineering systems.
- Bonus points for experience with Formula SAE, Baja, or EV project teams.
Location & details#
- Locations: Allen Park, Michigan and Livonia, Michigan.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time (40 hours per week).
- Sponsorship: Not available for this position.
About Roush
Roush operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. The company provides engineering, design, testing, development, prototype services, and manufacturing. It was founded in 1976 and maintains its headquarters in Livonia, Michigan. The organization employs 2,266 people.
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