Intern, Design

About the Role

The Design Intern role at Scout Motors is a 10-week paid internship program, anticipated to run from Monday, June 7, 2027, to Friday, August 13, 2027. This position is fully on-site, 5 days per week, at the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan. Interns will gain hands-on experience by taking on meaningful projects aligned with Scout's goals, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges under the mentorship of leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary by team placement. Depending on placement, you may:

• Support the feasibility of class A surfaces released to engineering.
• Model and create 3D models to communicate feasibility for production environments.
• Manage CAD data for showcars and production visualizations for management reviews.
• Your specific project will be defined with your manager at the start of the internship.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program for Industrial Design, Transportation Design, Automotive Engineering, UX Design, or a similar field.
• Ability to work on-site at the assigned Scout Motors location for the full duration of the program.
• Strong interest in rugged SUVs and trucks, automotive innovation, and sustainable transportation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Comfort with change and flexibility in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• A detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools is preferred.

Qualifications

In addition to living Scout's values, you will also bring:

• Lead with Respect – You listen well, communicate with care, and treat everyone with dignity.
• Move with Intent – You act with purpose, stay focused, and bring discipline to your work.
• Figure It Out – You're curious, resourceful, and resilient when facing challenges or ambiguity.
• Go Together – You collaborate naturally, build strong relationships, and help the team succeed as one.
• Step Up – You take initiative, embrace responsibility, and lean into opportunities to contribute.
• Make It Matter – You take pride in the details, deliver quality, and aim for meaningful impact.
• Enjoy It – You bring positivity, enthusiasm, and energy that makes the workday better for everyone.