Application Engineer Intern at Intrepid Control Systems in Troy,MI

Summary: Intrepid Control Systems is seeking an Application Engineer Intern to support their Sales and Marketing teams. The intern will gain hands-on experience with automotive vehicle network solutions, technical support, and customer engagement while working closely with various engineering teams. Responsibilities: - Assist with developing and configuring technical demos using Intrepid hardware and software tools for customer presentations, training sessions, and trade shows - Support engineering validation and troubleshooting activities related to automotive communication networks, including CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet - Collaborate with FAEs and Engineering teams to create demo setups, test environments, and customer application examples showcasing Intrepid solutions - Contribute to scripting, automation, or software-related projects using Python and C++ to support demonstrations, testing activities, and internal engineering tools - Complete assigned internship project(s) - Create and/or update automotive network training - Conduct outreach to prospective and new customers through Zoom, email, phone, and social media - Demonstrate proficiency in sales, support, and training-related activities - Assist with trade show demo setup, teardown, and booth support - Engage with customers and capture lead information at events - Support marketing and customer engagement initiatives - Assist with customer support via phone, Zoom, email, and on-site interactions - Participate in customer calls and engagement activities - Learn Intrepid’s consultative sales approach and sales processes - Utilize sales tools such as Pipedrive, Mailchimp, Eventbrite, and Bluesky - Assist with trainings once proficient with Vehicle Spy and related tools - Support FAEs and Technical Support teams with customer solutions - Assist with demos and technical documentation Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree related to automotive technology, engineering, business, marketing, or a related field; or possess equivalent industry experience - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and common business software tools - Ability to learn technical concepts related to automotive vehicle networks and Intrepid products - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Preferred Qualifications: - Exposure to Python and/or C++ through coursework, personal projects, internships, or hands-on experience - Exposure to embedded systems, hardware debugging, or automotive communication tools is a plus - Familiarity with Linux environments or command-line tools is a plus - Interest in automotive electronics, serial data, CAN, LIN, Ethernet, or vehicle network technologies - Previous internship, project, coursework, or hands-on experience related to automotive technology, engineering, technical sales, or customer support - Familiarity with technical troubleshooting or customer-facing environments - Experience using CRM, marketing, or event management tools - Interest in application engineering, technical support, engineering, training, or any of our other roles at Intrepid Required Skills: Python, C++, Embedded systems, Hardware debugging, Automotive communication networks, CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, Linux command-line, CRM tools, Marketing tools, Event management tools, Vehicle Spy, Microsoft Office