Student Worker Program - Experimental Aerodynamics Engineer

Ford Motor Company • Full-time • Irvine, CA, US • 3w ago

Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Join our Electric Vehicle Digital Design (EVDD) team for a 6-month Student Worker Program and help build the future of mobility! Immerse yourself in Ford's center of innovation and growth, working alongside top engineering, design, and software talent to create groundbreaking EVs and contribute to key technologies like batteries, charging, and recycling. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact on the automotive industry

Responsibilities

This is a 6-month program

What Will This Opportunity Do For You?

Work alongside aerodynamicists from Formula 1 as well as some of the best EV engineers and automotive designers.
You’ll gain real aerodynamics experience using cutting edge wind tunnels and CFD solutions.

What Can You Expect To Do?

Build experimental testing and analysis tools.
Investigate, design and implement instrumentation to be tested in CFD, wind tunnel, and on track.
Work across experimental and computational tools including correlation.
Contribute to Ford’s next generation of electric vehicles.

Qualifications

What Are We Looking For?

A candidate in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s, or PhD degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Must be able to dedicate 6 MONTHS for this engagement
Candidates must graduate and be available for full-time work prior to September 2025
Ability to think creatively and champion innovative designs

What Are We Looking For?

A candidate in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s, or PhD degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Must be able to dedicate 6 MONTHS for this engagement
Candidates must graduate and be available for full-time work prior to September 2025
Ability to think creatively and champion innovative designs

What you’ll receive in return: As part of this exciting program, you’ll enjoy a high level of involvement with an exceptional team of industry innovators and visionaries. You’ll contribute in a meaningful way to our important, breakthrough work. And you’ll develop the skills that will give you a significant edge in your future career pursuits. If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we’d love to have you join us.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-supplementals.pdf

Visa sponsorship is available for this position

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to permanently work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.