Intern, General Engineering (YII - Advanced Engineering Team)

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location: Dallas, MI, USA  

Company Description

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Yazaki Culture

Here at Yazaki, we foster a culture that embodies the Yazaki Spirit: Fortitude, Service Mindset and Foresight.  We are goal driven with a high level of perseverance and ability to adapt as we engage with each other and our customers.  We connect with each other to help our partners succeed while holding ourselves and others accountable.  We work to make the complex simple seeing around corners to anticipate the needs of our internal and external customers.

What we are looking for:

Yazaki is looking for a motivated Summer Intern to join our Advanced Engineering team in Plano, TX, El Paso, TX, or remote.  The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, results-oriented environment and is eager to make meaningful contributions to the organization. This internship runs full-time from May 12, 2025, to August 15, 2025.

What you will be doing:

• Project Work: 
  • Generation of harness drawings and supporting documents based on key inputs
    • Inputs: Harness to/from coordinates, physical constraints, circuit details
    • Outputs: Harness drawing, single line diagram, assembly drawing
  • Connections between engineering outputs and manufacturing equipment
    • Generation of wire harness test script for automatic harness tester
    • Wire cutting, stripping, and labeling
• Success Metrics:
  • Documented workflow
  • All code reviewed and released
  • Validated and implemented manufacturing automations
• Collaboration: Work closely with Advanced Engineering Electrical, Mechanical, and Software Engineers, external-facing Project Managers, and Manufacturing staff

What you will bring to the table:

• Education: Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited institution during the internship period.
• Relevant Background: Degree/experience related to the position (e.g., ECE, EE, CS).
• Academic Standing: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Commitment: Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks between May 12, 2025, and August 15, 2025
• Technical Skills: Python, electrical schematic, networking
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.

What we can provide you:

• A glimpse into your full potential
• Hands-on, practical experience
• Direct exposure to and mentorship from industry experts
• Opportunities to expand and strengthen your professional network
• A supportive and safe environment to learn and grow
• Competitive pay

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.