CIE Program Trainee – Product Development Engineering

Job Description

Chrysler Institute of Engineering (CIE) Training Program (2027) | Stellantis

The Tone:
This is an entry-level professional development program at Stellantis, a major global automotive manufacturer and a 120,453-person organization committed to shaping the future of mobility. The Chrysler Institute of Engineering (CIE) Program is a highly selective training initiative designed to cultivate the best and brightest college graduates. This role is crucial for developing foundational engineering skills and knowledge, providing an overall perspective of the corporation, and identifying future leaders who will drive product development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Training Program / Entry-Level Engineer
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person

• Team: Part of a highly selective cohort within the Chrysler Institute of Engineering (CIE) program.
• Mission: To develop foundational skills and knowledge across Stellantis’s product development through challenging rotational assignments.
• Tech Stack:

What You’ll Actually Do
• Rotational Assignments: Engage in challenging rotational assignments for the initial two and a half years of work, quickly building essential skills and knowledge in a product development context.
• Comprehensive Exposure: Complete five distinct six-month rotations within the corporation, gaining exposure to multiple engineering areas and an overall perspective of Stellantis’s operations.
• Advanced Education: For Bachelor’s degree holders, pursue a Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, with paid half-day per class per week to facilitate completion alongside work assignments, and full tuition paid.
• Integrated Learning: Earn a Master’s degree concurrently with the 30-month CIE Program, maintaining an average course load of two classes per term.
• Career Alignment: Work to identify a suitable long-term job role that properly balances individual career goals with the strategic needs of the corporation.
• Professional Qualities: Consistently embody a strong work ethic, maintain a clear sense of purpose, and demonstrate modesty throughout all program assignments and interactions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program. Other ABET-accredited engineering degrees such as Aerospace/Aeronautical, Agricultural, Biomedical/Biomechanical/Bioengineering, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Computer Science, Materials, Mechatronics, Metallurgical, or related fields will also be considered if the candidate demonstrates the characteristics desired for the CIE program.
• Experience: Undergraduate or graduate degree must have been acquired between December 2025 through June 2027.
• Skills: A minimum cumulative 3.0 or higher GPA is required (based on a 4.0 scale).
• Bonus: Previous internship experience with an automotive manufacturer; demonstrated outstanding written and verbal communication skills; excellent organizational abilities; and exhibit strong leadership capabilities.