2027 System Architecture Summer Intern General Dynamics Land Systems United States, Michigan, Sterling Heights 38500 Mound Road (Show on map) Oct 22, 2026 The General Dynamics Land Systems 2027 Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for students looking to start or continue the transition from academia into industry. Our three-month internship assignments provide compensation based on area of study and class standing, and have the students embedded in key functional areas of our business, getting real-world experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals. About GDLS We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology. From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world. That's why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win. Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges. Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

About the role:

This is a position within engineering supporting System Architecture and Interfaces, focused on development of system design, analysis and documentation in a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) environment. Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role Support vehicle system architecture activities, such as functional decomposition, logical design description, system component tracking and scoring, tracing, etc. in various architecture views of the system (e.g. thermal, electrical, compute, safety, cyber, networking, etc.)

Support interface design and management at system, subsystem, and physical implementation levels

Develop electrical interface schematic diagrams

Participation in technical and peer reviews, trade studies, etc. as needed

Work directly with a mentor and engineers in your field of study while finding solutions to real world problems.

Experience our products up close by touring our state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities

Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity.

Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others Qualifications Sought Pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year university or college, in an Engineering discipline. Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering majors preferred.

Attained at least a sophomore status based on university/college's class standing requirements at the start of the internship

Preferred - GPA of 3.0 or higher

Must be a U.S. Person (i.e., a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.) No Sponsorship offered

Must successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and must provide an official college or university transcript from their school before their first day of employment.

Must be able to complete a minimum of a full-time, 3-month assignment.

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Additional Information / Desired Experience Good understanding of System Engineering concepts

Exposure to Model Based System Engineering and tools like Cameo Magic Draw

Experience with data bus design and tools like Capital Harness is a plus

Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Demonstrated initiative and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently with direction from others.

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

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