Magna Engineered Glass: Pre-Production Launch Intern

Magna International • Holland, MI

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About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Pre-Production Launch Intern is responsible for supporting pre-production launch activities for new automotive glass products under the guidance of the Pre-Production Launch Coordinator and Program Manager. This role ensures accurate component tracking, build preparation, and documentation support for pre-production and trial events, supporting the organization in achieving successful customer launches and smooth transition to production.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
• Junior or Senior preferred.
• 0–1 years of experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or automotive environment (internship or co-op experience preferred).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols in manufacturing environments.
• English proficiency required, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to manufacturing operations, new product launches, or automotive OEM environments.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-production launch activities across multiple phases of the Magna Product Delivery Process (PDP), including component preparation, build coordination, and documentation support.
• Assist with tracking engineering and manufacturing Bills of Material (eBOM/mBOM) and component availability for pre-production build events.
• Help coordinate material preparation, labeling, packaging, and staging for internal and external build events (DV, PV, trial builds, burst builds, and customer events).
• Support cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, and Packaging during build planning and execution.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, storing, and tracking pre-production components and assemblies in designated engineering or build areas.
• Support documentation creation and updates related to manufacturing cells, build events, and launch readiness.
• Participate in manufacturing floor activities to observe processes, identify issues, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern