Automotive OEM Trend Analysis Intern- Summer 2026

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

Position Overview

This position is responsible for researching Automotive OEM methodologies employed in translating mega trends into product strategies. Scope of the assignment includes determination, to the extent possible, of approaches OEMs use to assess mega trends and analysis of publicly available information on longer range OEM product strategies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research and document trend analysis methods used by Automotive OEMs
• Develop overview of longer-range OEM product and manufacturing strategies.
• Assess impact of OEM strategies on Magna business units.

Qualifications:

• Must be fluent in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Exposure to Megatrends topics is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of automobile and automotive engineering is a plus.

Education / Experience

• Major focused on Business or Engineering.
• Currently attending university (Junior or above level preferred) or undergraduate degree complete.
• Exposure to Design Thinking course work is a plus.

Special Knowledge / Skills:

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong research skills.
• High interest in megatrends, product strategy, and the automotive industry

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Notice regarding the use of AI:

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.

These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.

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