Intern, Associate Engineer - Lighting

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Intern, Associate Engineer, Lighting, Summer 2025

Location: Newark, CA

At Lucid, our Lighting Systems team is responsible for designing and developing all exterior and interior lighting for our diverse range of vehicles. We ensure that passengers have clear visibility of their surroundings while also making the vehicle itself highly visible, all in compliance with global regulations and our internal design standards to create a distinctive vehicle identity. Additionally, we innovate by creating groundbreaking ambient lighting experiences for our users. Our team is at the forefront of automotive lighting innovation, integrating cutting-edge technologies into the Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity. As we advance, we aim to elevate our next platform and establish ourselves as leaders in the industry.

Role/Responsibilities:

· Build and test prototypes for lighting and optical components

· Create and Analyze CAD data for lighting and optical components

· Support electrical testing in laboratory for troubleshooting and new project setup

· Conduct benchmarking studies of lighting components

· Support upcoming vehicle projects part construction and on-vehicle testing

Preferred Qualifications:

· Basic level of engineering lighting products

· Basic experience with parametric CAD (Soliworks, Catia, Unigraphics, etc)

· Proficient with Microsoft office

Nice to Have:

· Previous automotive experience

· Knowledge in optical systems

· Experience with programming, automation/scripting

Education:

· Field(s) of study: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or related field

· Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree program at an accredited university

· Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS)

Program Information:

· Timing: May- August, or June-September pending class schedules.

· Duration of Internship: Our internship program is 12 weeks; the end date is flexible based on individual needs.

· Work Location & Environment: This position will be in Newark, CA, and is fully in-person. You must be prepared to start onsite for your first day of employment. The working environment will be a mix of lab & office work.

· Compensation: Student compensation is based on location and current degree level, non-negotiable ranging from $40 to $60.

· Relocation: May be provided on a case to case basis.

· Housing/Transportation: You must provide your own living arrangements and transportation in the local area.

· Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent on clearing a background check.

· Drug Screening: All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen.

· Medical benefits: Dental, vision, and medical on day 1 for all interns working full-time.

· Visa Sponsorship: Lucid may but is not obligated to sponsor foreign national employees requiring company sponsorship for U.S employment authorization.