Lucid Motors Powertrain Efficiency & EV Systems Intern, Summer 2026 — Newark, CA
Lucid Motors Powertrain Engineering — Efficiency and EV Systems Intern, Summer 2026 in Newark, CA: responsibilities, MATLAB/Simulink expectations, pay, and how to apply.
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Lucid Motors — Powertrain Engineering — Efficiency and EV Systems Intern, Summer 2026
Company
Lucid Motors
Location
Newark, CA
Type
Internship · Onsite
Term
12 weeks · Summer 2026
Pay
$30–$50+/hour
Posted
May 28, 2026
Lucid Motors is hiring a Powertrain Engineering — Efficiency and EV Systems Intern for Summer 2026, based onsite in Newark, California. It's a hands-on role at one of the few US carmakers shipping a luxury EV at scale — a strong fit for mechanical, electrical or aerospace engineering students who want to build the systems that win range.
About the role
This is a 12-week, in-person Summer 2026 program at Lucid's Newark headquarters. You'll sit inside the powertrain group — the team responsible for the motors, inverters, drivetrains and thermal systems that have helped the Lucid Air post some of the highest range numbers in the industry.
What you'll do
- Analyze and optimize vehicle energy efficiency, performance and thermal behavior across the powertrain.
- Run simulations and tests on motors, inverters and drivetrain components.
- Crunch data from test benches and on-vehicle runs to push range and performance.
- Interface with battery, software and manufacturing teams on cross-functional efficiency improvements.
- Support prototyping and validation of next-generation EV components.
What Lucid looks for
- Enrolled in a relevant engineering degree — mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or similar (juniors and seniors preferred).
- Working knowledge of EV systems, thermodynamics and powertrain fundamentals.
- Hands-on with MATLAB / Simulink and CAD.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; previous vehicle or EV projects are a plus.
- US work authorization; must be able to work onsite in Newark, CA.
Compensation and benefits
Paid program, competitive for Bay Area engineering interns — typically in the $30–$50+/hour band. The bigger draw is the project quality: real, high-visibility work on a luxury EV platform with structured mentorship, networking across Lucid's engineering org, and a credible path to return offers.
How to apply
Apply via Lucid's official careers site — check the Early Talent program page for Summer 2026 Powertrain Efficiency intern postings. There is no public hiring inbox; serious questions can go to careers@lucidmotors.com (confirm via the careers site before sending).
Why this matters for your career
Powertrain efficiency is the single most important variable in EV competitiveness — every percentage point of range or charge time is a trade-off across weight, cost and thermal management. The skills you build here transfer cleanly across the broader Auto and Green Tech sectors.
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