Location(s): Santa Clara, CA
Job Schedule: 12-week program
Degree Level: Master's Level Students
Preferred Degree: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a Software Engineer Intern to join our Connected Customer Experience Services team in Santa Clara, CA. At Nissan, we are at the intersection of people, transportation, and the environment, using innovation to create the next generation of connected customer experiences.

This internship offers an opportunity to work on emerging technologies that connect vehicles, mobile devices, cloud platforms, and end users while contributing to solutions that enhance the future of mobility.

As an intern, you will collaborate with experienced engineers, product managers, researchers, and external partners to explore, develop, and validate innovative technologies that support connected and intelligent vehicle experiences.

A Day in the Life:

• Work on new software and hardware platforms involving sensors, connected cloud services, mobile applications, and in-vehicle technologies.
• Support projects from ideation and concept development through prototype creation, testing, and validation.
• Program, develop, and prototype mobile, embedded, and connected applications using modern software technologies.
• Build proof-of-concept solutions and prototypes that can evolve into production-ready products.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences.
• Collaborate with Nissan, Alliance partners, research teams, and third-party organizations on connected services initiatives.

Who We’re Looking For:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Strong programming skills in C++ or Java.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn, innovate, and continuously develop technical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to perform work onsite in Santa Clara, CA.

Preferred:

• Experience with machine learning and signal processing involving vehicle sensor data, biosensing data, video data, or similar datasets.
• Experience integrating sensors and human-machine interfaces (HMIs).
• Hands-on experience developing mobile or desktop applications.
• Experience with Android and/or iOS development.
• Experience supporting human-subject experimentation or user studies.
• Experience with 3D computer graphics programming and modeling tools such as Unity, OpenGL, or Blender.
• Familiarity with connected vehicle technologies, cloud services, and emerging mobility solutions.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen relationships and connect with colleagues from similar and diverse backgrounds, fostering a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan's rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership development opportunities.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.