Safety Compliance & Regulatory (Internship - Summer 2026)

Job Description:

Safety Compliance & Regulatory Intern

* This internship will provide an overall exposure to the various aspect of vehicle safety compliance, from regulatory conception through implementation.
* Intern will assist regulatory and compliance engineers as they research & analyze future regulatory trends to recommend internal action, and research, and interpret new developments in safety system components and U.S. safety regulations and standards. Interns will also support post-production vehicle safety testing (as available, remotely)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

* Regulatory Affairs
* Monitor and summarize information on Federal and State motor vehicle safety regulations under consideration
* Assist with preparation of written comments in response to government safety regulatory actions or inquiries
* Provide recommendations to engineering staff for action in response to upcoming safety requirements
* Provide updates, summaries, and/or presentations related to motor vehicle safety trends and technologies

* Pre-Production Compliance
* Review vehicle regulations and test procedures (FMVSS, state, & territories) from governmental entities (NHTSA, OVSC, NCAP, etc.) for product applicability and draft conclusion documents
* Support visual compliance audit efforts on new products

* Post-Production Compliance
* Support company during various safety compliance and/or NCAP tests

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

* Intern will gain an understanding of various aspects of vehicle safety compliance, from regulatory conception through implementation.
* Intern will gain experience and mentorship in the automotive industry.
* HATCI RCT team regular will receive support for regular and unique project responsibilities

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

* Pursuing undergraduate degree

STILL INTERESTED? WHY NOT APPLY?

OTHER DETAILS

* Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
* HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.

Nearest Major Market: Ann Arbor
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit