Vehicle Systems Engineering Intern… at Geotab · Detroit

Who we are: Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities. Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes. Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news. Who you are: We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking an Vehicle Systems Engineering Intern who will focus on growing Geotab's world class vehicle support by researching new vehicles, reverse engineering their systems and automating the process with software tools. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader - we would love to hear from you! What you'll do: As a Vehicle Systems Engineering Intern your key area of responsibility will be to gain access to vehicles both in person and remotely across the world, to reverse engineer vehicular systems. This includes electrical, hardware and communications systems, protocols and legislation. In the past, students have developed software tools in C# and python, built big data dashboards using Google Big Query, reverse engineered vehicles from scratch using our in house CAN analysis software, helped diagnose vehicle issues… the list goes on!  You will need to work closely with all development teams across Geotab and implement new initiatives across Big Data, Firmware, Software/ Mobile development and Hardware teams. To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to quickly understand complex, technical concepts. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong analytical and project management skills with an ability to identify needs, develop effective solutions, and manage projects through completion. The successful candidate will also be able to manage multiple timelines and contrasting priorities to ensure timely results. The opportunity: 4- 8 month (8 preferred) work-term beginning September 2026. Full-time, paid internship: Monday - Friday, 37.5hrs/week. Your first week at Geotab begins with 'GEO Launch' - a one-week Employee Orientation. Click here to learn more! Learn more about the Geotab Campus Program here. This posting is for an existing vacancy. How you'll make an impact: Reverse engineer vehicular systems including electrical, hardware and communications systems and protocols. Document and design methods to collect data from vehicles in a way that is digestible by Geotab's hardware and software teams. Support the global reverse engineering vision and process by contributing to the use, design and implementation of the software tooling. Use Cloud-based data warehouses (e.g. BigQuery and Google Cloud compute) for automated analysis of vehicle data and identify vehicle support gaps from our products. Assist in the product development cycle through proof of concepts and the execution of beta testing. What you'll bring to the role: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical, Automotive, Systems Engineering or a related field. CAN and CAN bus related experience is an asset. General code gurus with a knack for picking up new languages. Useful Languages: C#, Python, SQL, MATLAB. Other useful software experience: CANalyzer, Simulink. Multidisciplinary background. Good understanding of vehicle architectures, including hybrid/ electric vehicles. Hands-on vehicle experience is an asset (Can you diagnose a problem with your car?) Self- starter and results- oriented. Strong time management and fantastic communication skills. Interest in new mobility technologies, telematics and vehicles. Experience or interest  in hybrid and electric vehicles and/or green technologies is an asset. Have a valid driver’s license with at least 1 year's driving experience. If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees. How we work: At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology! Geotab verifies candidates' eligibility to work in the United States through E-Verify, an internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services. Other employment statements: Geotab will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. Geotab provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Geotab complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Geotab expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Geotab's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. If you would like more information about our EEO program or wish to file a complaint, please contact our EEO officer, Klaus Boeckers at HRCompliance@geotab.com. For more details, view a copy of the EEOC's Know Your Rights poster. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to read our Privacy Notice. This role offers an hourly pay range which is anticipated to be the range listed below. The actual pay for this position depends on a variety of factors such as but not limited to student's academic program, relevant experience, and location. Geotab is committed to fair and equitable compensation and will share final details as part of the offer process. All offers of employment are contingent upon proof of eligibility to work for the duration of the internship and the individual's ability to pass a background check. Hourly Rate $25—$29 USD