Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Magna International•Newaygo, MI

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 Provides technical support for engineers working in such areas as design, development, testing or manufacturing process improvement. Work pertains to electrical, electronic, or mechanical components or equipment. Position requires some knowledge of engineering. Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed. Selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment.

Requirements

Some related experience preferred
High School Diploma
Currently Attending a College or University
Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Professional Communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision.
Demonstrated problem solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot processes and equipment.
Basic knowledge of standard work, in-process control sheets, and quality standards related to job.
Blueprint reading skills
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, update, and work on all processes/testing/customers in designated area of responsibility.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external contacts and work in a team environment. Must be able to lead, train, and support other staff.
Strong project management and problem-solving skills to work on complex projects independently under minimal work direction.
Advanced SPC skills to analyze, draw conclusions, and recommend course of action.

Responsibilities

Performs product testing of warranty returns utilizing various test procedures and equipment.
Facilitates problem solving of issues as they are found in the customer’s warranty centers.
Issues, maintains and implements activities relating to corrective and/or preventative action. Provides input on causes or reasons for quality problems and recommends process changes if necessary. Assists in and/or leads customer driven root cause analysis processes (i.e. 5 Phase & 8D).
Visually inspects customer part returns and determines disposition on any non-conforming product (i.e. Company or customer origin). Gathers and summarizes data for monthly quality reports.
Perform and analyze DOE studies
Troubleshooting/developing/implementing solutions to design and production problems
Act as liaison between test lab and project engineer (test results, timing, etc.)
Investigate test failures and determine root cause of failures
Perform vibration studies and analyze data
Assist with prototype builds
Assist with product development
Build/Rework Parts (Outside mirrors, exterior door handles, light-bars, etc)
Perform gauge studies (KPI, capability, etc.)
Test and measure parts
Manages / maintains reports of data as directed.
Performs other duties as necessary.