Project and Race Support Engineer Spring 2027 - Internship

Hendrick MotorsportsLocation: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 Hendrick Motorsports, a leading NASCAR Motorsports operation, is seeking a highly motivated engineering student or recent graduate to join us as a Project and Race Support Engineer Spring 2027 - Intern. The ideal candidate is expected to have a basic understanding of vehicle dynamics, problem-solving, data analysis, reporting, resource coordination, and project management concepts.  In this role, the candidate will work proactively and professionally to cultivate relationships and improve performance through analytical thinking and strong organizational skills. The Project and Race Support Engineer Intern must be able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong work ethic and integrity.   Attention to detail, excellent communication skills, flexible availability, and an interest in engineering and mechanical principles are essential.The ideal candidate will support race engineers on various tasks and be responsible for independent projects and competition-related activities during race weekends.Essential Function(s):Collaborate with the Project Manager to plan and execute projects as neededTrack and report project progressPerform and assist in data collection, spreadsheet creation, data analysis, and reportingCreate basic tools to support race day activitiesSupport race teams through reports, data analytics, and other tasks before, during, and after racesAssist with pre-event, event, and post-event reportsSupport race day team activitiesPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS:Accountability – Accepts responsibility and accounts for actionsAccuracy – Perform work accurately and thoroughlyAnalytical Skills – Critical thinking and reasoning to solve a problemCommunication (Written & Oral) – Communicates clearly and conciselyCompetitiveness – Strives to get ahead or complete projectsConceptual Thinking – Think in terms of abstract ideas Deductive Reasoning – Applies logical or scientific thinking to solve problems Detail Oriented – Pays attention to the minute details of a project or task Energetic – Works at a sustained pace and produce quality work Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsHonesty/Integrity – Truthful and credible in the workplaceLoyal – Feels a duty to the employerMechanical Aptitude – Understands and uses lab tools if neededMulti-Tasking – Handles multiple different programs efficientlyPresentation Skills – Effectively presents information publicly Problem Solving – Deals proactively with work-related problems Quality Work – Produces quality work to specification Reliability – Dependable and trustworthy Responsible – Accounts for actions Safety Awareness – Identifies and corrects conditions affecting employee safetySelf-motivation and the ability to work in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environmentTechnical Aptitude – Comprehends c...