Validation Engineering Co-Op 2026

The Student Program at Nexteer Automotive offers high‑potential students meaningful opportunities to apply classroom learning in a professional environment while gaining hands‑on experience and valuable industry exposure. Learn more about our student program and career opportunities at Nexteer by visiting .This position will allow the Student to assist in the laboratory environment. Position will include performing various validation activities during various stages of a Product Launch. The Student will have the opportunity to interact with various Program customer groups. In this position, the Student will aid the validation group on performing tests and other miscellaneous tasks.Primary Job Responsibilities:Assist technicians with test setupsPerform test activities per specifications providedPost process test results and write reportsStorage organization of componentsTransporting of test parts from lab to lab and to various suppliersStudent may be asked to complete other miscellaneous tasks as they arise. Primary Skill Requirements:Candidate must be attending a 4-year university local to SaginawCandidate must be pursuing a Bachelors in EngineeringMechanical / Electrical Degree program preferredAbility to manage multiple priorities and tasksOral and written communication skillsInterpersonal skills to work effectively with othersBasic trouble shooting skillsProficiency in Microsoft Excel / Word / PowerPoint is preferredCandidate must be able to work onsite, 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semestersUp to 40 in the summerMust have cumulative 2.7 GPA on 4.0 scaleMust be a full-time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semestersCandidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorshipNexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/WomenNexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities: If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need an accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.