Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.

The “Canoo Way”

Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment, and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results while being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ), applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, and innovate are at the core of our day-to-day operations.

As a member of the Closures team, a Closures Engineering Intern participates in bringing systems from concept to reality and beyond to support the team.

Responsibilities (80's of the position)

• Support Closures Engineering team in bringing systems from concept to reality and beyond by spearheading one or more assigned technical projects, related to closures in white structures, closures systems and/or mechanisms and testing and drive them to completion by the end of the internship duration.
• Collect, analyze, and apply data to provide solutions to complex problems.
• Support other engineers on the team with component/system development, project management and prototyping activities.
• Work with cross functional groups such as stamping, in-house manufacturing, as well as production and quality to understand feasibility and implement solutions effectively.

Required Experience:

• Working towards a BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven background in the development of technical concepts, production and manufacturing processes, and part and assembly design.
• Sound problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to learn quickly and deliver results efficiently.
• Must be a motivated self-starter to look for opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Experienced in using CAD software.
• Solid MS office skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Hands-on experience, previous internship and/or projects.
• Experience with CATIA.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in fabrication & welding a plus.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine the automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Equity Compensation
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• A casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Canoo Inc. and its subsidiaries and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Canoo unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting. 

Canoo maintains compliance with the OFCCP. As such, please feel free to review the following information:

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/olms/poster/labor-rights-federal-contractors

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (310) 702-7907 or email us at talentacquisitionteam@canoo.com

Compensation will be determined based on a number of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, training, skillset, location, etc.  Expected hourly range in CA: Bachelors Program $25/hr - Masters Program - $35/hr.