Volunteer Software Engineer Intern Jobs in Riverside, CA

Battery Management Systems (BMS) Intern

TheBattery Management System (BMS) Engineer Intern - Functional Safety Support will support core BMS engineering activities and help accelerate Functional Safety (FuSa) software development and validation for the Eagle and Scarlet vehicle programs. This role contributes directly to meeting aggressive program timelines by expanding development and testing capacity during critical launch phases.

The internship provides hands-on exposure to BMS software, Functional Safety practices, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and real-world vehicle development in a fast-paced OEM environment.

Internship Details

• Duration: 12 weeks
• Timing: May/June start through August/September end
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week)
  

Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

• Support BMS Functional Safety software updates and validation activities.
• Assist with HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing, including Eagle HIL system configuration and upgrade activities.
• Contribute to daily engineering operations, including:
  • Data analysis and test result review
  • Software flashing and validation
  • Vehicle and HIL testing support
  • Engineering documentation
• Collaborate with BMS, Systems, Software, and Functional Safety engineers to support program execution.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or in a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in electrified vehicle systems, controls, or safety-critical software.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based engineering environment.
  

Preferred Qualification:

• Coursework or project experience related to embedded systems, controls, software, or battery systems.
• Exposure to Functional Safety concepts (ISO 26262), testing, or validation.
• Familiarity with HIL systems, data analysis tools, or software debugging.
• Interest in EV technologies and complex system integration.
  

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee should have the:

• Ability to frequently use or operate a computer, mouse, and/or other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.
• Ability to frequently use hand(s) for repetitive actions (grasping and fine manipulation).
• Ability to frequently walk or move - to regularly move about inside the office.
• Ability to frequently see or detect, identify, recognize, or assess surroundings while in the office.
• Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, turn, and stoop.
• Ability to frequently sit or be stationary for extended continuous periods of time.
• Ability to stand for occasional periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing their job.

Total Rewards (Benefits, Perks & Compensation)

Benefits & Perks:
In addition to our competitive compensation, you will also be eligible for the following at Karma:

Karma's Medical Plan
40 hours of paid Sick Time
401(k) with Employer Match

Compensation:

$25.00/per hour - $35.00/per hour. Compensation will vary depending on the candidate's current level of education.
At Karma, our base pay is one part of our total rewards package.
Compensation offered may vary on multiple factors, including market location, education, skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position being offered.

Karma Automotive, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender identity and expression, color, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), national origin/ancestry, religion, military/veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, intersectionality or any other characteristic and group protected by applicable law. Karma Automotive, Inc complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a physical or mental disability. Valid driver's license may be required based on essential duties.