Sales Student

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Troy, MI, USA
Hybrid
Entry level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
Dream big. With Us. Let's create the future of mobility, together.
The Role
Supports Magna Powertrain’s global Sales team by running OEM reports, tracking metrics, preparing account management reports and presentations, assisting with purchase orders and RFQs, and organizing sales documentation. The role offers undergraduate students practical automotive industry experience while collaborating with account managers, sales coordinators, and internal locations.
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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:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Position Overview:

Magna Powertrain is a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in powertrain design, development, testing and manufacturing. Offering complete system integration sets us apart from our competitors. An operating group of Magna International, Magna Powertrain is headquartered in Troy, Michigan with 50 plus locations globally.

Magna provides promising undergraduate students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain practical work experience in their area of discipline related to the automotive industry. This position will work with the global Sales team on tracking metrics, updating files, and communicating with various locations within the organization. There will be opportunities to work cross functionally within the organization.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·       Running and understanding reports dealing with specific OEM’s

·       Work along side Account Managers to help prepare reports

·       Assist in Prototype and Production Purchase Orders.

·       Assist in tracking and receiving Request for Quotes

·       Understanding, sorting, and storing various Sales Documents

·       Assist in preparing presentations for customer meetings

·       Assisting Account Managers and Sales Coordinator with any tasks as assigned


Qualifications:

·       Minimum completion of first year of upper education

·       Minimum GPA of 3.0

·       Strong communication and organizational skills


Education:

  • High School Diploma
  • Currently Attending a College or University

Skills:

·       Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

·       Professional Communication skills (written and verbal)

·       Strong technical and analytical competence in select areas of technology.

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Power Point)

        

Work Environment:

·       Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.


Magna Standards:

·       Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.

·       Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.

·       Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality

management system (IATF 16949).

·       Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.

·       Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.

·       Health & Safety responsibilities:

o    Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.

o    Report unsafe conditions immediately.

o    Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.

o    Follow safety rules.

o    Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.

o    Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

·       Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.

·       Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external

customers.

·       Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.

·       Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

·       Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies.



The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.


 

This job description reflects the core elements of a position. There may be additional requirements based on local laws and regulations which could be attached as an addendum.

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.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

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.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Student / Co-Op

Group:

Magna Powertrain

Skills Required

  • Completion of at least the first year of higher education
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Currently attending a college or university
  • High school diploma
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong technical and analytical competence in select technology areas

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, prescription, disability, and life insurance are widely offered, and feedback suggests the core medical coverage and provider access are strong with solid plan options. These elements are consistently cited as a standout of the overall package.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching and, in some cases, profit sharing are described as part of the U.S. offering. Feedback suggests these programs add meaningful long‑term value to total compensation.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance bonuses, quarterly bonus checks, and profit‑sharing programs are frequently referenced across locations. Feedback suggests these incentives can materially boost overall earnings when available.

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.

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HQGlobal Headquarters - Aurora, Ontario, Canada
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Graz, Austria
Lowell, Massachusetts
Monterrey, Mexico
Munich, Germany
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