Quality and Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
Position Overview
The Quality and Manufacturing Intern will focus on specific process improvement projects that directly support the 2025 Magna Strategy and Goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• IPCP audits and updates
• Create standard operating procedure documents
• Torque studies
• Process Trial run assistance
• Assist with daily root cause investigation and analysis
• Update build information on assembly line reference forms
• Follow Mafact improvement ideas and projects.
• Time studies
• MSA studies
• PFMEA, control plan, in process paperwork updates
• Sort coordination
• Rework
• Root cause analysis

Qualifications:

• Some related experience preferred

Education / Experience

• General computer skills
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge
• Problem solving methods

General knowledge of assembly Special Knowledge / Skills:

• The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering / Industrial Engineering
• Candidates should be entering their junior or senior year or enrolled in a graduate program.
• Limited travel may be required

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven organizational skills capable of managing multiple tasks and projects.
• Marketing skills that can translate to multiple demographics
• Creative solutions and critical thinking ability to adapt to multiple challenges
• Positive interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism at all times

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.
These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.
Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting