AV Software Safety Intern - Fall 2026

Job Description

Vacancy Status:

This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)

AI Disclosure:

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) three times per week at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role:

As a member of the Software Safety team, the Software Safety Intern will support safety initiatives in all phases of system development (concept, requirements, design, implementation, verification, and validation) for software that is core to our ADAS and AV systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or participate in safety strategy discussions, collaborating with GM teams globally

• Support software safety teams in building AI tools to support safety analysis

• Ensure alignment to GM safety and software development processes

• Develop, allocate, and verify software safety requirements to ensure completeness, consistency, and alignment to system-level safety requirements

• Lead or contribute to initiatives towards the continuous improvement of the safety and software development processes

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuit of a Bachelors, Master's or Phd in the following areas: Software Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Science, Engineering Science, Computer Engineering or Mechatronics.

• Able to work 40 hours per week in Canada and for 4 months or 8 months or 12 months terms (consecutive semesters) starting Sep 2026.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization

• Experience using AI tools and building AI agents/skills

• Beginner to intermediate knowledge on C++, Embedded C or Python.

• Basic experience with embedded software.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience

• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed.

• Knowledge of model-based engineering methods.

• Familiarity with ISO 26262 and other functional safety standards such as IEC 61508, IEC 62304, or DO-178C

• Knowledge of safety analysis methods such as HAZOP, FMEA, FTA, and STPA.

• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust

• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric

• Excellent project management skills and the proven track record to manage numerous projects at any given

• Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

• Fundamental digital literacy including understanding of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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The monthly salary range for this role is $4,264.00 to $5,200.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

NOTE- YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A CO-OP OR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND MEET THE PROGRAM’S ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. ALL STUDENTS MUST ALSO BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA.

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