Intern, Embedded and Platform Software 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 currently seeking an intern in embedded and Platform Software. This position requires an experienced professional with an understanding of embedded programming and a passion for EV’s. 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, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

 

Role/Responsibilities:

· Participation in the development of platform software (low-level and middleware) components for electronic control units.

· Contribution to the development of highly reliable and critical electric vehicle components.

· Prepare technical documentation that supports software development.

· Follow and improve best practices and internal processes.

· Learn and contribute to automotive software development lifecycle.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience using embedded programming, such as C.

· Understanding of software development for embedded devices or microcontrollers.

· Familiarity with real-time operating systems.

· Experience with software and hardware troubleshooting.

 

Education:

• Field(s) of study: Embedded Systems, Computer Science or related fields
• Will consider undergrads Junior level or above. Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree
• Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS, PhD) 

 

 

Nice to have:

· Experience with networking automotive protocols, such as CAN or LIN.

· Experience in the field of automotive software development.

· Familiarity with AUTOSTAR stack and configuration tools.

 

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 $48 to $66 (Subject to changes).
• 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