Closures Mechanism Engineering Intern (Internship - Summer 2026)

HATCI is seeking a Closures Mechanism Engineer Intern for Summer 2026!

• Benchmark features of Truck Mechanisms for future consideration in TV / TE projects.
  
  
  
  • Review other vehicles with Cab Back Dropping Back Glass.
  
  
  
  
• Collaborate with Closures BIW Intern to develop a proposal for a Truck Back Panel dropping glass Mechanism system.
  
  
  
  • Work out the regulator motor drive requirements and safety considerations with moving glass.
  
  
  
  
• Develop and report results of IQS customer complaints for dropping back glass systems.
• Develop a cheap prototype model of the Cab back dropping glass control and mechanism system
• Help define some requirements and design considerations for future program UXP.
• Support & interface with other engineering and design functions for vehicle development
• Review part/system performance and regulatory requirements
• Participate in benchmarking activities
• Assess field claims, customer feedback and other sources and recommend engineering improvements
• Study and interpret regulations and performance requirements
• Support advanced development of Closure Mechanism systems and components for future vehicles

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree
• Be a passionate engineer who wants to help develop future Truck's UXP's
• Have a passion for learning new technical and soft skills to make themselves a better engineer and a more rounded team member.
• The candidate will need to be open to mentor scenarios. You will learn from others as you grow your own skills and experiences.
• Have an open and easy-going attitude and be a team player.
• Familiarity with MS Office to prepare reports/spreadsheets as necessary to support project work
• Basic CAD and 3D design experience.
• Self-motivated drive to learn more, do more, achieve more

• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Flexible Work Hours

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  
  
  
  • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.