2027 Summer Intern - Autonomous Driving Software Engineer (Bachelor's & Master's)

Autonomous Vehicle Software Engineer InternLocations: Sunnyvale, CaliforniaAbout the Role: As an Autonomous Vehicle Software Engineer Intern, you will contribute to the design, development, and validation of cutting-edge software powering self-driving systems. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers across AV Platform teams to build scalable, safety-critical software for autonomous vehicles operating in real-world environments.What You'll Do:Develop, test, and deploy production-ready code across components of vehicle platform software.Quickly ramp up on assigned codebase, product area, and/or system.Complete assigned tasks efficiently with few iterations.Identify problem statements, outline optimal solutions, account for tradeoffs and edge cases.Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design resign.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, test, and safety to ensure seamless software integration.Communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders.Provide observability and troubleshooting services of production systems and support.Required Qualifications:Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program and in the process of obtaining a Bachelors or Masters degree in computer science or a related field.Experience with modern object-oriented programming languages (e.g., Python, C++) preferably in a production or applied project environment.Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per weekPreferred QualificationsDemonstrated software engineering experience from a previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.Experience developing on and for LinuxDemonstrated experience building, testing, and shipping production softwareExperience with safety critical development (FDA, FAA, Automotive)Experience with networkingExperience working in the intersection of Software, Hardware and AV/Robotic systemsIntent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internshipGraduating between December 2027 and June 2028Compensation:The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws.

The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.The salary range for this role is $9,600 - $10,300 per month. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2027 Student Program - to help facilitate administration of relocation benefits, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.Work Arrangement: Hybrid : This internship is categorized as hybrid. The selected intern is expected to report to the Sunnyvale, CA office up to three times per week or as determined by the team.