Magna Engineered Glass: Pre-Production Launch Intern

Magna International • Holland, MI

1d • Onsite

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.
JOB 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern