Intern, IT Strategy , Summer 2025

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.   We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.   Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

We are currently seeking an IT strategy intern, Engineer. This position requires a passionate student with a basic understanding of IT and various IT Landscapes and a passion for EVs. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, possess the ability to learn quickly and strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment

 

Role/Responsibilities:

• Exposure to building a story and communicating this to leadership on a conversation cadence. (Connect dots from A to B, sharing a PPT with results)
• Good understanding of management systems or technical program management/project management.
• Has a holistic understanding of planning risks, driving timelines but most importantly, budget resources and understanding.
• Has an interest or background in IT operations. I.e., IT planning, IT infrastructure, etc.
• Ability to perform day to day progress as well as provide a 30,000 ft update.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Good line of communication, asks great questions, is not afraid to present information to our C-suite
• Has previous consultant experience
• A student who holds themself in a professional manner
• Detail-oriented and organized approach to documentation
• Ownership Mindset

Nice to Have: 

• Passion for EVs
• Working in an ever-changing environment

Education:

• Field(s)of study: Information Technology, MBA or related
• Currently enrolled in a 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 $58.
• 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. 

Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.   Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to par