Power Electronics Intern – Electrification Product Line

Visteon is advancing mobility through innovative technology solutions that enable a software-defined future. Our state-of-the-art product portfolio merges digital cockpit innovations, advanced displays, AI-enhanced software solutions, and integrated EV architecture solutions. With expertise spanning passenger vehicles, commercial transportation, and two-wheelers, Visteon partners with global automakers to create safer, cleaner, and more connected journeys. Headquartered in Van Buren Township, Michigan, Visteon operates in 17 countries, employing a global network of innovation centers and manufacturing facilities. In 2024, we recorded annual sales of approximately $3.87 billion and secured $6.1 billion in new business.

What You’ll Do In This Role:

We are seeking a motivated and technically curious Power Electronics Summer Intern to support our On-Board Charger (OBC) and DC/DC converter development activities. This role provides hands-on exposure to automotive power electronics design, value engineering (VAVE), cost optimization, and market analysis within a fast-paced product development environment. In this role, you will:

• Support power electronics design activities for automotive OBC and DC/DC converter systems, including schematic review, component selection, and design trade studies.
• Assist with VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) initiatives to improve cost, performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Perform BOM (Bill of Materials) clean-up and optimization, including: Component standardization, Obsolescence analysis, Cost and sourcing comparisons
• You will support market and competitive analysis for automotive power electronics, including:
• Benchmarking competitor products
• Tracking technology trends, power levels, and architectures
• Summarizing key cost and performance drivers
• Analyze and document engineering data, test reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, systems, manufacturing, supply chain). Prepare technical summaries and present findings to the engineering team.
  
  

What’s In It for You:

• Hands-on experience with production automotive power electronics systems.
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle – from design and cost optimization to market positioning.
• Mentorship from experienced power electronics engineers.
• Practical understanding of engineering trade-offs, VAVE, and cost-driven design.
• Opportunity to make tangible contributions to active product programs.
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Knowledge: Fundamental understanding of power electronics concepts such as DC/DC converters, AC/DC conversion, magnetics, and switching devices (MOSFETs, IGBTs, SiC/GaN); Familiarity with schematics, electronic components, and BOM structures; Interest in automotive electrification, EV charging systems, or cost/value engineering.

Tools: Programming: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data visualization or automation tools is a plus; Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Altium, OrCAD, or similar engineering tools is preferred.

Skills: Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to evaluate technical data and power electronics behavior; Ability to manage structured and unstructured engineering information with high attention to detail; Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly document analyses, summarize findings, and collaborate across technical teams.

Where You Will Work: This position will be based at Visteon’s Headquarters in Van Buren Township Michigan, GLCC, 40 hours per week for 12 weeks (12-14 weeks).