Intern, Automation Engineer, 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 seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our Powertrain Maintenance team and perform projects to improve the capabilities of the maintenance department and line throughput. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical theory and schematics and be able to work independently and collaboratively to ensure our systems are functioning efficiently.  

Role/Responsibilities: 

• Perform system testing and ensure all components are functioning properly 
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure all systems are integrated and functioning properly 
• Assist with troubleshooting system issues and identifying solutions 
• Communicate regularly with senior engineers and other team members to provide progress updates and receive feedback 
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to team projects as needed 
• Ability to read, create, and redline electrical schematics 

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Field(s) of study: Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related degree 
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD Degree program at an accredited university.  
• Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS, PhD)  
• Knowledge of system testing and integration processes 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment 
• Familiarity with small electronics diagnosis and repair 

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 Casa Grande, AZ, 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 $34 to $48.
• 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; experi