2027 System Architecture Summer Intern

The General Dynamics Land Systems 2027 Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for students looking to start or continue the transition from academia into industry. Our three-month internship assignments provide compensation based on area of study and class standing, and have the students embedded in key functional areas of our business, getting real-world experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals. About GDLS We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology. From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world. That’s why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win. Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges. Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let’s shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together. About the role: This is a position within engineering supporting System Architecture and Interfaces, focused on development of system design, analysis and documentation in a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) environment. Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role Support vehicle system architecture activities, such as functional decomposition, logical design description, system component tracking and scoring, tracing, etc. in various architecture views of the system (e.g. thermal, electrical, compute, safety, cyber, networking, etc.)Support interface design and management at system, subsystem, and physical implementation levelsDevelop electrical interface schematic diagramsParticipation in technical and peer reviews, trade studies, etc. as neededWork directly with a mentor and engineers in your field of study while finding solutions to real world problems. Experience our products up close by touring our state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilitiesCreative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity. Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team successCommitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others Qualifications Sought Pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year university or college, in an Engineering discipline. Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering majors preferred. Attained at least a sophomore status based on university/college's class standing requirements at the start of the internshipPreferred - GPA of 3.0 or higherMust be a U.S. Person (i.e., a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.) No Sponsorship offeredMust successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and must provide an official college or university transcript from their school before their first day of employment. Must be able to complete a minimum of a full-time, 3-month assignment. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Additional Information / Desired Experience Good understanding of System Engineering conceptsExposure to Model Based System Engineering and tools like Cameo Magic Draw Experience with data bus design and tools like Capital Harness is a plusBasic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated initiative and organizational skills. Ability to work independently with direction from others. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. Office location is based in Sterling Heights, MI. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.