What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, General Engineering (Core Engineering Research Team) position at Yazaki North America?
Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.
Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.
Location: Canton, MI, USA
Company Description
Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.
Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.
Yazaki Culture
Here at Yazaki, we foster a culture that embodies the Yazaki Spirit: Fortitude, Service Mindset and Foresight. We are goal driven with a high level of perseverance and ability to adapt as we engage with each other and our customers. We connect with each other to help our partners succeed while holding ourselves and others accountable. We work to make the complex simple seeing around corners to anticipate the needs of our internal and external customers.
What We Are Looking For
Yazaki is excited to welcome a driven and resourceful Summer Intern to our Core Engineering Research team based in Canton, MI. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a team-oriented, results-focused environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact. This full-time internship will run from May 12, 2025, through August 15, 2025.
As a member of Yazaki’s Core Engineering Research team, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your engineering design and programming skills in real-world scenarios. We’re seeking interns who have completed relevant coursework or projects and are enthusiastic about learning more about automotive electronics and sensors. Your work will center on solving complex problems and exploring innovative ideas for new products, methods, and markets, all within a collaborative and supportive environment.
What You Will Be Doing
Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.
Location: Canton, MI, USA
Company Description
Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.
Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.
Yazaki Culture
Here at Yazaki, we foster a culture that embodies the Yazaki Spirit: Fortitude, Service Mindset and Foresight. We are goal driven with a high level of perseverance and ability to adapt as we engage with each other and our customers. We connect with each other to help our partners succeed while holding ourselves and others accountable. We work to make the complex simple seeing around corners to anticipate the needs of our internal and external customers.
What We Are Looking For
Yazaki is excited to welcome a driven and resourceful Summer Intern to our Core Engineering Research team based in Canton, MI. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a team-oriented, results-focused environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact. This full-time internship will run from May 12, 2025, through August 15, 2025.
As a member of Yazaki’s Core Engineering Research team, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your engineering design and programming skills in real-world scenarios. We’re seeking interns who have completed relevant coursework or projects and are enthusiastic about learning more about automotive electronics and sensors. Your work will center on solving complex problems and exploring innovative ideas for new products, methods, and markets, all within a collaborative and supportive environment.
What You Will Be Doing
- Start with Given a research prompt
- Understand and define the challenge and work together with a team on possible solutions
- Evaluate and select a technical direction then develop a physical prototype
- Education: Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited institution during the internship period.
- Relevant Background: Pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering, software engineering, or computer science.
- Academic Standing: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Commitment : Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks between May 12, 2025, and August 15, 2025
- Technical Skills : Bonus points for involvement in a hobby or engineering club where you design and build something
- Problem-Solving Skills : Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
- A glimpse into your full potential
- Hands-on, practical experience
- Direct exposure to and mentorship from industry experts
- Opportunities to expand and strengthen your professional network
- A supportive and safe environment to learn and grow
- Competitive pay
