Intern – Connected Vehicle Information Technology

Subaru of America, Inc.’s Internship Program provides a valuable opportunity for students to gain real-world experience related to their major.  Interns have the chance to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with professionals, and develop skills that will be beneficial in their future careers.  It’s an excellent way to jump-start their career and enhance their skillset, making them more marketable in their field of study. 

Course of Study

Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems

Term

• 1 year in length [37.5 hours per week during the summer; ~18-25 hours per week during school year]
• Internship to begin in May and end the following May
• Location – Subaru Headquarters in Camden, NJ
• $20 an hour (undergrad)

Qualifications

• Current Juniors OR Seniors planning to pursue a Master’s Degree OR students currently enrolled in a Master’s Program
• Must be an active student for the entire length of internship
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record

Requirements

• Programming experience – Java or comparable languages
• UI programming experience – HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React or comparable framework (MySubaru)
• SQL experience a plus
• Unix/Linux scripting experience a plus
• AWS or other cloud experience a plus
• Windows and PC experience
• Microsoft Office experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Business courses a plus

Areas within the Department

• Connected Vehicle IT (MySubaru) is the customer-facing digital platform that connects users with their vehicles.  This area focuses on the development and enhancement of the MySubaru mobile app and web portal, which allows users to access remote services, vehicle health reports, maintenance scheduling, and more.  It's a key component of the connected ecosystem, aiming to improve the ownership experience.
• Connected Vehicle IT (Quality Assurance) ensures that all connected vehicle systems and services work reliably and meet high standards before they reach customers.  This includes testing software and hardware, validating system performance, and identifying bugs or issues across different environments. QA helps maintain safety, usability, and customer satisfaction by catching problems early.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document requirements and write technical specifications for small projects
• Develop and implement projects according to department standards
• Participate in development activities in support of projects, maintenance, and support
• Participate in functional and integration testing activities in support of projects and maintenance
• Assist in project management tasks
• Communicate with multiple teams within the department and become familiar with their operation
• Present formal status and learning objectives to management team on periodic basis

Summary

Subaru of America’s Connected Business Information Technology Department is a fast-paced and exciting environment that provides an opportunity to be involved in the planning, development and maintenance of the telematics technology included with every Subaru vehicle.

Connected Vehicle IT Quality Assurance Team is responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and integration of connected vehicle technologies across digital platforms.  The team focuses on validating end-to-end system functionality, supporting seamless communication between in-vehicle systems and backend services, and maintaining high standards of quality through rigorous testing, automation, and defect management.  Their work plays a critical role in delivering a safe, intuitive, and connected experience for customers.

Connected Vehicle IT MySubaru Team plays a critical role in designing, developing and deploying customer facing mobile, browser and in-vehicle applications such as the MySubaru mobile application and Apple watch app which influence our Customers experience with our Subaru vehicles and helps Subaru achieve its strategic goals. Interns will work closely with a project team of developers, business analysts, and managers to gain business and technical experience essential to future career opportunities.