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Lear Summer Intern

Southfield, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

LEAR SUMMER INTERN LOCATION - VARIOUS LEAR LOCATIONS (PLANT AND CORPORATE) Lear Corporation seeks motivated and enthusiastic students to join the 2027 Summer Internship Program. This program provides ...

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Summer Student Program information

What is a summer student program?

A Summer Student Program is a temporary work or internship opportunity designed for students, typically during their summer break from school or university. These programs provide hands-on experience in a professional setting, allowing students to develop practical skills, gain industry knowledge, and build their resumes. Participants may work on real projects, receive mentorship, and explore potential career paths. Summer Student Programs are available in various fields and often serve as a stepping stone to future employment opportunities.

What types of projects and tasks can participants expect to work on in a summer student program?

Participants in a Summer Student Program are often assigned a mix of hands-on projects, team-based assignments, and individual tasks that contribute to real business goals. Typical responsibilities may include conducting research, assisting with data analysis, supporting ongoing department initiatives, and collaborating with full-time staff on short-term projects. The variety of work is designed to give students practical exposure to the industry, help them build new skills, and understand how their role fits within the larger organization. Supervisors and mentors typically provide guidance and feedback throughout the program, fostering both learning and professional development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a summer student program, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Summer Student Program, you typically need to be enrolled in an educational institution with a strong academic record and basic proficiency in the relevant subject area. Familiarity with common productivity tools like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is often required, and some programs may prefer experience with specific software or research tools. Initiative, time management, and strong communication skills help students stand out and effectively contribute to team projects. These skills and qualities are important because they enable students to maximize learning, adapt quickly, and deliver meaningful contributions during a limited program duration.

What is the difference between Summer Student Program vs Summer Intern?

AspectSummer Student ProgramSummer Intern
Required credentialsHigh school or college students, often no formal certificationsTypically college students pursuing relevant degrees
Work environmentEntry-level tasks, learning-focused, supervisedHands-on projects, professional setting, mentorship
Employer and industry usageCommon across various industries for student developmentMore specialized, often in corporate or technical fields

The Summer Student Program generally targets high school or college students seeking introductory work experience, focusing on learning and skill development. Summer Interns are usually college students engaged in more project-based work within a professional environment. Both roles aim to prepare students for future careers but differ mainly in experience level and scope of responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Student Program jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Student Program jobs in Michigan are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Summer Student Program jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Summer Student Program job openings:

Infographic showing various Summer Student Program job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Electrical Validation Lab Co-op 2026

Nexteer Automotive Corporation

Saginaw, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Nexteer Automotive rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

418th of 491 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

The Student Program at Nexteer Automotive offers high‑potential students meaningful opportunities to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while gaining hands‑on experience and valuable industry exposure. Learn more about our student program and career opportunities at Nexteer by visiting www.nexteer.com/careers.

This is a Student Co-op position located in Saginaw, MI.  This position supports the Electrical validation (EE) Lab activities.

  • Work with validation engineers and lab team to understand the processes of the lab including the quality system, and testing
  • Work with the lab team to improve processes in place for the lab
  • Handle the EE labs purchases and shippers for parts/equipment
  • Assist in maintaining computer hardware, software and test equipment
  • Work with lab team to support/assist in testing when needed
  • Learn the processes of Nexteer Automotive within and outside of the EE Lab team

Requirements:

  • Candidate must be attending a 2-year college or 4-year university local to Saginaw
  • Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelors in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • Candidate must be able to work 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters
    • Up to 40 in the summer
  • Must have cumulative 2.7 GPA on 4.0 scale
  • Must be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semesters
    • Up to 40 hours during the summer
  • Candidate must have growing knowledge and application of Electrical Engineering principles
  • Candidate must have strong mathematical and analytic ability
  • Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Products (Office 365, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Access, SQL)
  • Candidate must have excellent Communication, Documentation Skills and attention to detail
  • Candidate must have an understanding of typical electrical bench equipment (Oscilloscopes, Function Generators, Multimeters, etc)

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Nexteer as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please email careers@nexteer.com. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need an accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

About Nexteer

Nexteer Automotive is a global leader in advanced steering and motion control systems, enabling intuitive, safe, and comfortable mobility for drivers around the world. Our innovative product portfolio includes Electric Power Steering (EPS), Steer-by-Wire™, Driveline, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies that support electrification, software-defined vehicles, and autonomous driving.

With approximately 13,000 employees and operations in more than 20 manufacturing plants and multiple technical centers globally, Nexteer partners with nearly every major global and regional automotive manufacturer.

Employment Agencies 

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Nexteer Automotive or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed Nexteer Automotive Agency Agreement on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered Nexteer Automotive property and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired. 

Please note, agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by a member of Nexteer’s Human Resources team.  No other Nexteer employee is authorized to bind Nexteer to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an agency. 


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