Application Engineer Intern

Job Description

About the Role
The Application Engineer Intern will support Intrepid’s Sales and Marketing teams, gaining hands-on experience configuring, troubleshooting, and demonstrating automotive vehicle network solutions, Intrepid hardware and software products, customer engagement, and technical support. This internship provides practical exposure to technical learning, customer interactions, the latest automotive network technology, and real-world customer support within the automotive electronics industry. It offers a customer-facing opportunity to support and develop engineering applications for OEMs and Tier 1 customers using Intrepid’s ecosystem of products, while working closely with Technical Support, Sales, Marketing, and Field Application Engineers (FAEs) on projects, customer interactions, training, and trade show support.

What You’ll Do
• 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.

You’re a Good Fit If You
• Are currently pursuing a degree related to automotive technology, engineering, business, marketing, or a related field; or possess equivalent industry experience.
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Have basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and common business software tools.
• Possess the ability to learn technical concepts related to automotive vehicle networks and Intrepid products.
• Have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Possess strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Have strong interpersonal skills.
• Have the ability to professionally interact with customers and guide them toward Intrepid solutions.
• Have the ability to learn technical concepts related to automotive vehicle networks and embedded systems.
• Have the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and willingness to learn.

Bonus 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.
• Familiarity with Linux environments or command-line tools.
• 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.

Role Highlights & Compensation
• $17 – $20 an hour