Global Marketing & Communications Co-op 2026 - Saginaw

Nexteer • Saginaw, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The student program at Nexteer Automotive provides high-potential students with meaningful opportunities to apply their classroom knowledge in a professional setting, gaining hands-on skills and industry exposure. Nexteer’s Global Marketing and Communications team manages all global external communications for the company, including marketing, advertising, media relations, digital and social communications, branding and creative development such as brochures, videos, animations and infographics. As a Global Marketing and Communications co-op, you’ll play a key role in crafting compelling content, managing the company’s social media, planning impactful events, and more. This part-time, year-round position offers flexibility during the academic year (20-32 hours per week) with potential for full-time work during summer and breaks. This role may be based in Auburn Hills or Saginaw, Michigan.

Requirements

• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Highly professional demeanor with ability and confidence to interface with all levels of the company - including senior leadership.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Graphic Design, Communication Design, or Multimedia Design.
• Must have ability to commute to Saginaw and maintain full-time student status (12+ credits during Fall/Winter semesters).
• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Available to work 20-32 hours per week during the academic year, with potential for full-time hours in summer and breaks.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the U.S. without requiring current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with managing company social media channels and websites is a plus.
• Graphic design, web design, photography, basic HTML, and/or video production/editing.
• Students are encouraged to submit a portfolio for review.

Responsibilities

• Help manage the company website and global social media channels, including content updates, post creation, and campaign support.
• Assist with writing press releases and media advisories to promote company activities and achievements.
• Support the planning and execution of various marketing communication projects (such as presentations, calendars and events) and processes by working with other internal departments and external vendors.
• Assist with development of communication plans for various initiatives (such as sustainability, recruiting, etc.) to build our brand with key external audiences.
• Work with the team’s Brand Manager / Graphic Designer to leverage creative assets such as infographics, videos, animations, etc. across various communication channels such as website, social media, executive presentations and more.

Benefits

• Flexibility during the academic year (20-32 hours per week)
• Potential for full-time work during summer and breaks
• Potential opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement
• Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, creative environment where your ideas make an impact!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed