/Powertrain Calibration Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Powertrain Calibration Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Livonia, MI, United Statesusvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
Not disclosed
// Posted
1 month ago

About the Role

<p><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn't believe. At Roush, you're part of building the future. Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovated solutions to complex challenges? Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged? If so, then keep reading.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Job Summary</span></b></span></span><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">We are looking for a Powertrain Calibration Intern to join our powertrain calibration and integration team for the summer of 2026. The Intern will work within a small team of engineers and be challenged to calibrate, test, and integrate gasoline, and diesel powertrain packages on dynamometers and in vehicles. The Intern will also support testing and validation of many powertrain components. This position is a paid internship and is located in Allen Park and Livonia, MI. Candidates must be available for summer 2026.</span></span></span><br><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><a href="https://youtu.be/bxlWGIGypMA"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#0000FF;">Watch this short video to learn more about working at Roush!</span></span></a></span></span><br><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">As a Powertrain Calibration Intern, you will be responsible for:</span></b></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Aiding in dynamometer and vehicle-based calibration and integration for Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Supporting vehicle testing including drivability, emissions, and durability</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Analyzing, interpreting, and presenting test data</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Supporting hot, cold, and high-altitude development testing</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Assisting in test bench and control system development</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Supporting prototype wiring harness design and manufacturing</span></span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">To be considered as a Powertrain Calibration Intern, you will need:</span></b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or automotive engineering</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Must be available for the summer of 2026 (May through August)</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Must be able to work a 40+ hour work week M-F</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Must have specific hands-on <strong>internal</strong> <strong>combustion engine experience</strong></span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Strong Excel and MATLAB / Simulink (or similar) experience</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Ability to read and interpret various programming languages (Python, C, MATLAB, VBA, etc.)</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Must have a minimum sophomore standing</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Willingness to travel and/or work overtime upon request</span></span></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">A successful candidate may also have:</span></b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Previous experience with engine dynamometer testing</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Experience with CAN bus (or similar) protocol and communication</span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Formula SAE/Baja or other automotive competition experience</span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.</span></span></span><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: </span><a href="https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#0000FF;">https://jobs.roush.com/us/en</span></span></a><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">/</span></span></span><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Visit our website: </span><a href="https://jobs.roush.com/%22www.roush.com/%22"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#0000FF;">www.roush.com</span></span></a></span></span><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Like us on Facebook: </span><a href="https://jobs.roush.com/%22www.facebook.com/RoushCareers/%22"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#0000FF;">www.facebook.com/RoushCareers</span></span></a></span></span><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories</span></span></span><br><span style="line-height:normal;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at 734-779-7087.</span></span></span></span></p>

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