Intern, Technical Program Manager, Summer 2024

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.We are currently seeking a Technical Program Management intern. This position requires a passionate student with a basic understanding of software engineering lifecycles and a passion for working on EVs. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

Role/Responsibilities:

• Define, track, and manage user interface applications on the infotainment system.
• Participate in cross-functional discussions with Product Management, program manager, Software, and Hardware Engineering teams
• Help fix bugs within writing scripts and code
• Create and play a leading role in the execution of an overall timing plan for the Infotainment System and related functions
• Manage the engineering development projects and facilitate product releases
• Interact with and coordinate work between Infotainment hardware and software teams, design UX teams, and other company entities requiring inputs/outputs from Infotainment
• To define main work packages for Infotainment and related functions
• Communicate program status to the overall software organization, other program managers, and executives as required
• Exposure to engaging, working, and managing the output of third-party suppliers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work cross-functionally to ensure project deadlines are met
• Understanding of identifying gaps and areas for improvements and driving to a solution
• Experience with Microsoft software, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiar with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or related
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate efficiently in a professional manner
• Field(s) of study: Computer Science, Communications, or related fields
• Will consider undergrads Junior level or above Pursuing Bachelor’s or master's degree 
• Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS, PhD)

Program Information:

• Timing: May-August, or June-September pending class schedules. 
• Duration of Internship: Our internship program is 12 weeks; the end date is flexible based on individual needs.
• Work Location & Environment:   This position will be in Newark, CA, and is fully in-person.  The working environment will be a mix of lab & office work.
• Compensation: Student compensation is based on location and current degree level, non-negotiable. 
• Visa Sponsorship: Lucid may but is not obligated to sponsor foreign national employees requiring company sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization. 
• Relocation: One round trip flight to the assigned work location from/to permanent residence.  
• Housing/Transportation: You must provide your own living arrangements and transportation in the local area.  
• Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent on clearing a background check. 
• Drug Screening: All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen.  
• Medical benefits: Dental and vision on day 1 for all interns working 32+ hours a week; medical for interns in California working 32+ hours a week. 

The hourly range for internships specific to the location is $28/hr-$68/hr and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account: degree level and job-specific domain. You may be eligible for additional compensation as well as access to our medical, dental, and vision programs.Lucid maintains your privacy according to its Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice. At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations. To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.