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R&D Intern

CompanyValeo
LocationAuburn Hills
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Assist R&D engineers in the design, development, and testing of new automotive thermal components and systems. Conduct research on new technologies and materials while supporting technical documentation and laboratory experiments.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
37695
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Valeo is a technology company and partner to all automakers and new mobility players worldwide. Valeo innovates to make mobility safer, smarter and more sustainable. Valeo enjoys technological and industrial leadership in electrification, driving assistance systems, reinvention of the interior experience and lighting everywhere. These four areas, vital to the transformation of mobility, are the Group's growth drivers. Valeo in figures: 21.5 billion euros in sales in 2024 | 106,100 employees, 28 countries, 155 plants, 64 research and development centers and 19 distribution platforms at February 28, 2025. Valeo is listed on the Paris Stock Exchange -- Valeo, entreprise technologique, partenaire de tous les constructeurs automobiles et des nouveaux acteurs de la mobilité, œuvre pour une mobilité plus propre, plus sûre et plus intelligente, grâce à ses innovations. Valeo dispose d’un leadership technologique et industriel dans l’électrification, les aides à la conduite, la réinvention de la vie à bord et l'éclairage à l’intérieur et à l’extérieur du véhicule. Ces quatre domaines, essentiels à la transformation de la mobilité, sont les vecteurs de croissance du Groupe. Valeo en chiffres: 21.5 milliards d'euros de chiffre d'affaires en 2024 | 106 100 employés, 28 pays, 155 sites de production, 64 centres de recherche et développement et 19 plateformes de distribution au 28 février 2025. Valeo est cotée à la Bourse de Paris.
About the Role

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Ready to tackle the challenges of the vehicle of the future? Join us and take part in the autonomous and connected car revolution at Valeo!

What you will win:

As part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share. You will receive a best in class, total compensation package that provides a comprehensive benefits program with real financial value.

About The Role:

As a Thermal R&D Co-Op,you will assist R&D engineers in the design, development, and testing of new automotive components and systems.  You will learn and work in a dynamic hands-on environment with plenty of opportunities to volunteer for special problem-solving projects where you can really make a difference for the company and / or the customer. 

Seeking a Section B Co-Op available to start in July 2026.

Responsibilities Also Include:

  • Conduct research and analysis on new technologies, materials, and processes.

  • Support the preparation of technical documentation, reports, and presentations.

  • Participate in laboratory experiments, data collection, and analysis.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

  • Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Should Have:

  • You are a student currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree  in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

  • You have a mechanical aptitude. You are proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.  

Join us!

Thanks to its strategy focused on innovation, Valeo aims at reducing CO² emissions and developing intuitive driving to propose greener, safer, and smarter mobility. The fantastic (r)evolution towards the vehicle of the future provides amazing career opportunities and challenging jobs!

Diversity by nature 

At Valeo, innovation is driven by the diversity, authenticity and energy of its talents. You are looking for new technological and human adventures? Join Valeo and its more than 100.000 employees across the globe! More information about valeo : https://www.valeo.com

Job:

R&D Trainee/Apprentice/VIE

Organization:

Test & Validation - J

Schedule:

Part time

Employee Status:

Trainee (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Job Type:

Trainee / Internship

Job Posting Date:

2026-05-11

Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

Key Skills
Mechanical AptitudeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelResearch and AnalysisTechnical DocumentationData CollectionProblem SolvingThermal R&D
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchManufacturingTransportationEnvironmental & Sustainability
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Program