Intern, Design - Studio Engineering

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history: a vehicle dating back to 1960 that forged the path for generations of rugged SUVs and trucks. But Scout is more than a brand; it’s a legacy rooted in exploration, caretaking, respect, and hard work. 

As an intern, you’ll join teams dedicated to honoring that legacy the right way: 

• Respect for the past and future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. 

• Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. 

• Respect for work and play with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. 

• Respect for customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements - an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. 

• This role is on-site, and will be based out of our Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
• The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. 

Housing & Sponsorship: 

• Scout Motors does not provide visa sponsorship or housing assistance for internship positions.

Studio Engineering provides feasibility for all design surfaces and finds the balance between Engineering, Production, and Design departments.   

The Studio Engineering Summer Intern will support engineering operations within a transportation design studio environment. This role blends hands‑on technical work with data organization, prototype development, and studio workflow support. The intern will work closely with Studio Engineers, Designers, Digital Sculptors, and Fabrication teams to help ensure the studio’s tools, processes, and model‑building capabilities run smoothly throughout the design cycle. 

• → Support feasibility of class A surfaces which the design team releases to engineering 
• →Model / Create 3D models to communicate feasibility for production environments 
• →Manage CAD data for showcars and production visualizations for management reviews 

What you’ll bring 

As a Scout, you live our values through your actions every day: 

• →Lead with Respect – You listen well, communicate with care, and treat everyone with dignity. 
• →Move with Intent – You act with purpose, stay focused, and bring discipline to your work. 
• →Figure It Out – You’re curious, resourceful, and resilient when facing challenges or ambiguity. 
• →Go Together – You collaborate naturally, build strong relationships, and help the team succeed as one. 
• →Step Up – You take initiative, embrace responsibility, and lean into opportunities to contribute. 
• →Make It Matter – You take pride in the details, deliver quality, and aim for meaningful impact. 
• →Enjoy It – You bring positivity, enthusiasm, and energy that makes the workday better for everyone. 

In addition to living our Scout values, you’ll also bring: 

• →Be enrolled in a degree program for engineering or a similar field  
• →Must be able to work from Novi, MI from mid-May to mid-August 2026. 
• →Strong interest in rugged SUVs and Trucks, automotive engineering, and sustainable transportation. 
• →Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. 
• →Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work in a fast-paced team environment. 
• →Detail-oriented with a proactive and results-driven mindset. 
• →Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and project management tools is preferred. 

• Get a head-start into your career with hands-on experience in the one of the fastest-growing industries- electric vehicles
• Work hand-in-hand with talented professionals, tackling innovative projects to help bring a best-in-class electric vehicle to market
• Make an impact on legacy product that will revolutionize the EV industry
• Improve your abilities and broaden your knowledge base in the automotive industry

This is a paid internship program.

Hourly pay rate = $25 per hour

Internal leveling code: i0

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.