Controls Intern - Summer 2026

Magna International•Alto, AL

About The Position

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 Controls Engineer Intern for industrial automation. The successful candidate will work under the direction of an experienced engineer in the design, specification, programming, simulation, and testing, of turbomachinery control and electrical systems Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Control system design and programming o Control panel design o Development of Bill of Material (BOM) o PLC programming o HMI programming o Communication network design o System documentation and manual creation Documentation and testing new software applications Assessment of new application ideas

Requirements

Some related experience preferred
Excellent analytical and math skills
A collaborative team player who plays well with others, interdepartmentally and cross functionally to achieve company goals
A strategic thinker who enjoys innovation and problem solving and goes above and beyond to identify root causes
Pursuing bachelor’s degree in an Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics engineering curriculum
High School Diploma
General knowledge of assembly
Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Professional Communication skills (written and verbal)
Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.